Shillong, Feb. 19 -- The Meghalaya government is committed to improving healthcare services, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said on Wednesday.
"Meghalaya spends nearly 9 percent of its total budget on healthcare--the highest in the country. The health sector has been a priority for our government. From rural healthcare to medical infrastructure, we have made significant progress," he said at the inaugural function of the Apollo Trinity Medical Centre here.
Acknowledging the need for better diagnostic services in Meghalaya, Sangma expressed hope that the new center would help reduce the out-of-pocket expenses for citizens who often have to travel outside the state for medical tests and treatments.
"This facility (Apollo Trinity Medical Ce...