Sambalpur: Rs. 50 Lakh Clea Machine Unused for 3 Years at Vimsar, Lack of Kits and Chemicals to Blame
Sambalpur: For three years, a ₹50 lakh Clea machine at Vimsar, Burla, has remained unused due to a lack of necessary equipment and chemicals. This carelessness has caused a critical disruption in services, while another E-Clea machine continues to function normally.
Unused Clea Machine Raises Concerns
The Clea machine, provided by the state government, has been idle for more than three years. Despite its potential to improve medical services, the lack of required kits and chemicals has rendered it ineffective. Furthermore, it was left outside the blood bank area, raising concerns about its future usability. Experts now question whether the machine, which has been out of service for so long, will ever be operational again.
Two Machines, Only One in Use
Vimsar owns both a Clea and an E-Clea machine, the latter purchased from a private company. While the E-Clea machine continues to serve patients well, the Clea machine has been overlooked. Despite multiple reminders from concerned officials, authorities have yet to take the necessary action to restore it.
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Authorities Acknowledge the Issue
Professor Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad, in charge of the blood bank, confirmed the machine’s inoperable status. He cited a lack of kits and chemicals as the primary reason for the downtime. Dr. Prasad stated that despite informing the medical superintendent and director several times, no solution has been provided.
Director’s Response
When asked about the situation, Vimsar Director Professor Dr. Bhavagrahi Rath admitted that officials had raised the matter with the medical superintendent several times. However, the administration has not implemented any corrective measures to restore the Clea machine to operational status.
Allegations of Intentional Neglect
Rumors of deliberate negligence have spread due to the lack of action. Many people are now wondering if the machine is being deliberately left to deteriorate, implying a possible conspiracy to undermine the hospital’s resources.
As the issue persists, the future of the ₹50 lakh Clea machine is uncertain. Vimsar’s administration must take immediate action to restore the machine to service, allowing it to benefit patients and preventing further waste of valuable medical equipment.
