In a significant move to enhance healthcare accessibility, Colonel Dhani Ram Shandil (retd), the Health and Family Welfare Minister of Himachal Pradesh, announced the completion of the installation of X-ray and ultrasound facilities at Adarsh Swasthya Sansthans. This initiative aims to provide residents with essential diagnostic services closer to home, thereby minimizing the need for long-distance travel. The state government is establishing a total of 70 Adarsh Swasthya Sansthans, with at least one in each assembly constituency and additional centers in Lahaul-Spiti and Bharmaur. This effort is part of a broader strategy to modernize healthcare services in the state. The government plans to replace outdated medical equipment that is 15 to 20 years old with advanced technology, supported by an investment of ₹3,000 crore in healthcare infrastructure. Additionally, ₹1,110 crore has already been allocated over the past two years for healthcare improvements. The minister also emphasized the urgency of procuring advanced diagnostic tools, including PET scans and automated laboratory systems, to further enhance the healthcare services available to residents.