In a major step to enhance hygiene, safety, and sterilization in public healthcare facilities, Maharashtra Health and Family Welfare Minister Prakash Abitkar on Wednesday inaugurated the mechanical linen washing service for government hospitals across the state.

The initiative, launched from the Health Directorate in Mumbai, will cover 593 government health institutions, including 20 district hospitals, 8 general hospitals, 105 sub-district hospitals, 378 rural hospitals, 22 women’s hospitals, and 60 trauma care units together providing over 29,000 beds.

Speaking at the launch, Minister Abitkar said, “Maharashtra’s healthcare system is progressing in the right direction. With the introduction of the mechanical linen washing service, cleanliness, discipline, and quality of patient care in

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