Residents of Kodambakkam have raised serious healthcare concerns following the demolition of a maternity hospital that previously served as a key public medical facility in the area.
The hospital had been an important healthcare center for pregnant women, newborns, and families in the locality. With its demolition, many residents say they are now left without immediate access to nearby public medical services.
People in the neighborhood have expressed worries about the difficulty of traveling longer distances to reach government hospitals in other parts of Chennai, especially during medical emergencies and childbirth.
Local community members and activists have urged authorities to quickly establish an alternative healthcare facility or temporary medical center to ensure that essential maternal and child healthcare services remain accessible.
Officials have acknowledged the concerns and stated that plans are being considered to improve healthcare infrastructure in the area while addressing the needs of residents affected by the hospital’s closure.News as Reported.
