Nearly 1 in 3 doctor posts vacant in Telangana government’s teaching and secondary hospitals

Nearly 1 in 3 doctor posts vacant in Telangana government’s teaching and secondary hospitals

About one‑third of doctor positions remain unfilled in Telangana’s government‑run teaching and secondary hospitals, according to recent data. The vacancy rate reflects ongoing staffing challenges in the state’s public health system, affecting service delivery and patient care. Officials are urged to accelerate recruitment and address the shortfall to improve healthcare access, especially in rural areas.