Dr. Shamim Ahmad formally assumed charge as the first Chief Medical Officer (CMO)/Medical Superintendent of Sham district on August 25, marking a significant milestone for the newly created district.

On his arrival at Nurla, BMO Khaltse, Dr Javed Ahmad, and medical staff accorded Dr Shamim Ahmad a warm reception.

At Balu Khar, he received a traditional welcome from the Nambardar, Khaltse; District President, INC Sham District; President, Merchant Association Sham; President, Stone Carving Society, Khaltse; and Vice President, Youth LBA Sham.

The Secretary, LBA Sham; President, Women Alliance Khaltse; representatives from Temisgam; and villagers from across the Sham region also accorded him a traditional welcome.

The newly appointed CMO/MS was also warmly welcomed by doctors and medical staff at Saspol.

Addressing the gathering, the Secretary, LBA Sham, and Vice President, Youth LBA Sham congratulated Dr. Shamim Ahmad on assuming charge as the first CMO/MS of Sham district and extended their best wishes for his tenure.

Upon assuming charge, Dr. Shamim Ahmad congratulated the people of Sham on attaining district status. He emphasised the importance of strengthening healthcare services across the newly created district and assured that every effort would be made to ensure accessible, quality and timely healthcare for the people of Sham.

He also stressed the need for coordinated efforts among health officials, medical staff and the community to improve healthcare delivery and effectively address the needs of people, particularly those living in remote and far-flung areas.