JSW Group opens a 1000-bed Covid Care Medical Facility in Ballari, Karnataka

JSW Group on Wednesday launched a 1,000-Bedded Oxygenated Covid Care District Field Hospital in Toranagallu, Ballari, Karnataka.
The hospital inaugurated virtually by the Chief Minister of Karnataka Sh B. S. Yediyurappa has a 4.8 km oxygen pipeline originating from its steel factory that is supplying medical oxygen directly to the hospital for treatment of ailing patients.

“At this alarming and decisive juncture of human survival, JSW would like to do everything in its humble capacity for the service of mankind. We have created this field hospital to ensure direct oxygen supply from plant to patient,” said Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of the group.

JSW Group has created this mega-hospital in collaboration with the District Administration of Ballari and is dedicated to the nation and the people of Karnataka. This Mega-Hospital will be managed and administered by the Ballari District Administration.

The Covid-Care Hospital is equipped with medical equipment for critical care, pharmacy as well as supported by kitchen and laundry services.

“The Ballari District Administration will be managing the hospital in multiple shifts with the help of 700 personnel across three shifts, comprising doctors/specialists, nurses, paramedics, supervisors, and non-medical staff,” the company said in a statement.

As per the statement, in order to ensure uninterrupted oxygen supply, JSW Steel Vijayanagar Works will supply 1200 Nm3/hr of oxygen to this mega-hospital. The hospital premises will be kept cool through 850 tonnes of air-conditioners installed across the premises with an electrical substation.

“It also has an exhaust and air purifier system installed to maintain appropriate temperature range and air quality inside the premises. It will also have all necessary power and water supply to ensure smooth running and uninterrupted care to the patients,” the company’s statement said.