Government to release grants for equipment and furniture for Udupi District Hospital, Minister U. T. Khader
Karnataka Health Minister U. T. Khader announced that the government will provide grants for equipment and furniture at the Udupi District Hospital. He also addressed concerns regarding the HPV vaccination program and advised public caution against infectious diseases during the monsoon season.
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Health and Family Welfare Minister U. T. Khader said the government of Karnataka will soon release necessary grants to Udupi District Hospital to procure equipment and furniture.
Speaking to reporters at Barkur on July 21 during a visit to various religious centres in the historic town, Mr. Khader said, "Whatever is needed for the new hospital would be provided. Discussions on improving the Mother and Child Hospital in Udupi are yet to conclude.”
Health and Family Welfare Minister U. T. Khader addresses the gathering during a visit to Malik Dinar Masjid at Barkur in Udupi district on July 21, 2026. | Photo Credit: UMESH S SHETTIGAR
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