Mumbai: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has proposed a major overhaul of visitor management in Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run hospitals by recommending the introduction of a ‘One Patient-One Relative’ policy along with a Visitor Pass Management System to reduce overcrowding, improve hygiene and create a safer environment for patients and healthcare workers.&nbsp;In a letter addressed to Brihanmumbai Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, the mayor urged the civic administration to implement the proposal on a pilot basis at Mumbai’s three busiest civic hospitals—KEM Hospital, Sion Hospital and Nair Hospital. These hospitals witness thousands of patients and visitors every day, often leading to overcrowded wards and corridors that pose operational and infection-control challenges.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/baseless-misleading-piyush-goyal-slams-report-saying-india-rejected-quick-trade-deal-with-us-1783949852457">‘Baseless, misleading’: Piyush Goyal slams report saying India rejected quick trade deal with US</a>&nbsp;According to the Mayor, limiting one attendant for each admitted patient would significantly reduce unnecessary crowds on the hospital premises. She said excessive footfall often hampers the movement of doctors, nurses and emergency staff, affecting the overall delivery of healthcare services.&nbsp;The proposal also recommends introducing a Visitor Pass Management System at all hospital entry points. Under the suggested framework, every visitor would be required to obtain a pass before entering the hospital, with security personnel verifying passes at designated checkpoints.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-proscribes-iran-s-islamic-revolutionary-guards-as-terror-organisation-1783946588025">UK proscribes Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards as terror organisation</a>&nbsp;The mayor has further advocated for a digital visitor management system, saying it would improve security, regulate visitor movement and prevent unauthorised access to sensitive areas within hospitals.&nbsp;However, the proposal also provides for humanitarian exemptions. Families of critically ill patients, particularly those admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs) or patients in extremely serious condition, could be granted more than one visitor pass. The authority to approve such exceptions would rest with the hospital administration based on individual circumstances.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/revenge-is-coming-soon-iranian-newspaper-warns-us-europe-leaders-in-front-page-headline-1783881732741">‘Revenge is coming soon,’ Iranian newspaper warns US, Europe leaders in front-page headline</a>&nbsp;In her letter, Tawade highlighted several expected benefits of the proposed measures. These include reducing congestion in hospital corridors and wards, improving cleanliness and sanitation standards, lowering the risk of hospital-acquired infections, and ensuring a calmer environment for patients undergoing treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also noted that better crowd management would enable doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers to focus more effectively on patient care instead of dealing with excessive visitor movement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lindsey-graham-sent-to-hell-iranian-state-tv-anchor-congratulates-citizens-on-senator-s-death-1783875365713">‘Lindsey Graham sent to hell’: Iranian state TV anchor congratulates citizens on Senator’s death</a>&nbsp;The mayor said disciplined visitor management is an essential component of quality healthcare delivery and would help maintain sterile conditions in critical care areas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She added that improved crowd control would not only enhance patient services but also reduce waste generation and promote civic discipline in public healthcare institutions.&nbsp;If accepted by the BMC administration, the pilot project at KEM, Sion and Nair hospitals could become the template for similar visitor management systems across other municipal hospitals in Mumbai. The civic administration is yet to announce a decision on the proposal.

The proposal also recommends introducing a Visitor Pass Management System at all hospital entry points. Under the suggested framework, every visitor would be required to obtain a pass before entering the hospital, with security personnel verifying passes at designated checkpoints.

Mumbai: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has proposed a major overhaul of visitor management in Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run hospitals by recommending the introduction of a ‘One Patient-One Relative’ policy along with a Visitor Pass Management System to reduce overcrowding, improve hygiene and create a safer environment for patients and healthcare workers. In a letter addressed to Brihanmumbai Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, the mayor urged the civic administration to implement the proposal on a pilot basis at Mumbai’s three busiest civic hospitals—KEM Hospital, Sion Hospital and Nair Hospital. These hospitals witness thousands of patients and visitors every day, often leading to overcrowded wards and corridors that pose operational and infection-control challenges. Also Read: ‘Baseless, misleading’: Piyush Goyal slams report saying India rejected quick trade deal with US According to the Mayor, limiting one attendant for each admitted patient would significantly reduce unnecessary crowds on the hospital premises. She said excessive footfall often hampers the movement of doctors, nurses and emergency staff, affecting the overall delivery of healthcare services. The proposal also recommends introducing a Visitor Pass Management System at all hospital entry points. Under the suggested framework, every visitor would be required to obtain a pass before entering the hospital, with security personnel verifying passes at designated checkpoints. Also Read: UK proscribes Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards as terror organisation The mayor has further advocated for a digital visitor management system, saying it would improve security, regulate visitor movement and prevent unauthorised access to sensitive areas within hospitals. However, the proposal also provides for humanitarian exemptions. Families of critically ill patients, particularly those admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs) or patients in extremely serious condition, could be granted more than one visitor pass. The authority to approve such exceptions would rest with the hospital administration based on individual circumstances. Also Read: ‘Revenge is coming soon,’ Iranian newspaper warns US, Europe leaders in front-page headline In her letter, Tawade highlighted several expected benefits of the proposed measures. These include reducing congestion in hospital corridors and wards, improving cleanliness and sanitation standards, lowering the risk of hospital-acquired infections, and ensuring a calmer environment for patients undergoing treatment. She also noted that better crowd management would enable doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers to focus more effectively on patient care instead of dealing with excessive visitor movement. Also Read: ‘Lindsey Graham sent to hell’: Iranian state TV anchor congratulates citizens on Senator’s death The mayor said disciplined visitor management is an essential component of quality healthcare delivery and would help maintain sterile conditions in critical care areas. She added that improved crowd control would not only enhance patient services but also reduce waste generation and promote civic discipline in public healthcare institutions. If accepted by the BMC administration, the pilot project at KEM, Sion and Nair hospitals could become the template for similar visitor management systems across other municipal hospitals in Mumbai. The civic administration is yet to announce a decision on the proposal.

The proposal also recommends introducing a Visitor Pass Management System at all hospital entry points. Under the suggested framework, every visitor would be required to obtain a pass before entering the hospital, with security personnel verifying passes at designated checkpoints.

Mumbai mayor proposes ‘One Patient-One Relative’ policy for BMC hospitals to curb overcrowding

Mumbai has completed the BMC elections, but the city is still without a mayor. The reason: the mayoral post will be decided through a lottery system, not direct election. This lottery determines which social category—such as women, SC, ST, OBC, or general—the next mayor must come from, a process designed to ensure fair representation.<h2>How the Mayor Is Chosen</h2> The BMC, India’s largest municipal corporation, has 227 corporators, who vote to elect the mayor. A candidate needs a simple majority of 114 votes to win. Even though parties have secured their seats in the recent elections, the mayoral race cannot officially start until the lottery determines the reserved category.<h2>Why the Lottery Exists</h2>  Mumbai’s reservation system is based on the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, which ensures inclusivity in urban governance. Maharashtra’s Municipal Corporations Act extends this, including OBCs in the rotation. The lottery rotates the mayoral post among different categories, giving various social groups an opportunity to hold the city’s top ceremonial post.&nbsp;<h2>The Lottery Process Explained</h2> The Urban Development Department of Maharashtra oversees the draw. Officials prepare a list showing the rotation sequence, and a public draw randomly selects the category for the next term. Once the lottery result is out, parties can nominate corporators eligible to contest for the post.<h2>Voting and Role of the Mayor</h2>  After nominations, the corporators vote in a special BMC session. The candidate with the majority becomes mayor for a two-and-a-half-year term. While largely ceremonial, the mayor presides over BMC meetings and represents the city in official functions. The Municipal Commissioner continues to hold executive power.<h2>Why It Matters</h2>  The lottery ensures transparency and neutrality, preventing any party from manipulating the reservation system. In Mumbai’s closely contested political landscape, it’s a critical step that can influence which party ultimately occupies the mayor’s office. With the lottery and subsequent vote pending, all eyes are on who will become the city’s next first citizen.&nbsp;

The BMC, India’s largest municipal corporation, has 227 corporators, who vote to elect the mayor. 

Mumbai has completed the BMC elections, but the city is still without a mayor. The reason: the mayoral post will be decided through a lottery system, not direct election. This lottery determines which social category—such as women, SC, ST, OBC, or general—the next mayor must come from, a process designed to ensure fair representation. How the Mayor Is Chosen The BMC, India’s largest municipal corporation, has 227 corporators, who vote to elect the mayor. A candidate needs a simple majority of 114 votes to win. Even though parties have secured their seats in the recent elections, the mayoral race cannot officially start until the lottery determines the reserved category. Why the Lottery Exists  Mumbai’s reservation system is based on the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, which ensures inclusivity in urban governance. Maharashtra’s Municipal Corporations Act extends this, including OBCs in the rotation. The lottery rotates the mayoral post among different categories, giving various social groups an opportunity to hold the city’s top ceremonial post. The Lottery Process Explained The Urban Development Department of Maharashtra oversees the draw. Officials prepare a list showing the rotation sequence, and a public draw randomly selects the category for the next term. Once the lottery result is out, parties can nominate corporators eligible to contest for the post. Voting and Role of the Mayor  After nominations, the corporators vote in a special BMC session. The candidate with the majority becomes mayor for a two-and-a-half-year term. While largely ceremonial, the mayor presides over BMC meetings and represents the city in official functions. The Municipal Commissioner continues to hold executive power. Why It Matters  The lottery ensures transparency and neutrality, preventing any party from manipulating the reservation system. In Mumbai’s closely contested political landscape, it’s a critical step that can influence which party ultimately occupies the mayor’s office. With the lottery and subsequent vote pending, all eyes are on who will become the city’s next first citizen.

The BMC, India’s largest municipal corporation, has 227 corporators, who vote to elect the mayor.&nbsp;

Who will be Mumbai’s next Mayor? Lottery will decide

Shiv Sena&#39;s Vishwanath Mahadeshwar was on Wednesday elected as the Mayor of Mumbai with the support of the BJP, marking a coming together of the two parties after contesting the civic polls separately.

Mahadeshwar defeated Congress nominee Vitthal Lokare by a&nbsp;171-31 margin.

He is the 76th mayor of the city. The 56-year-old third time corporator has earlier served as Chairman of BMC&#39;s Education Committee and was also a member of the Standing Committee.

His election was a foregone conclusion with the BJP last week announcing that it would not contest for the post, despite finishing a close second to the Sena in the bitterly fought polls, which even cast a shadow on the stability of the Devendra Fadnavis ministry.

As the House assembled for electing Mayor and Deputy Mayor, BJP corporators, sporting saffron turbans, entered it, chanting &quot;Modi-Modi&quot;.

Corporators of the Raj Thackeray-led MNS did not turn up to the House for the elections. Those from the NCP and SP refrained from backing either of the contestants.

While 16 corporators remained neutral, eight remained absent and one from AIMIM abstained from voting though he was present in the House.

The relations between BJP and the Sena, partners in the state and central government, hit a new low during the campaign for civic elections across Maharashtra, which saw them hurling charges at each other.

The Sena had even threatened of pulling out of the BJP-led government in the state anytime.

The BJP put up a splendid performance in all parts of the state and shook Sena&#39;s citadel Mumbai, its political heartland land right from its formation in the 1960s. 
 
(PTI)

Mahadeshwar defeated Congress nominee Vitthal Lokare by a?171-31 margin

Shiv Sena's Vishwanath Mahadeshwar was on Wednesday elected as the Mayor of Mumbai with the support of the BJP, marking a coming together of the two parties after contesting the civic polls separately. Mahadeshwar defeated Congress nominee Vitthal Lokare by a 171-31 margin. He is the 76th mayor of the city. The 56-year-old third time corporator has earlier served as Chairman of BMC's Education Committee and was also a member of the Standing Committee. His election was a foregone conclusion with the BJP last week announcing that it would not contest for the post, despite finishing a close second to the Sena in the bitterly fought polls, which even cast a shadow on the stability of the Devendra Fadnavis ministry. As the House assembled for electing Mayor and Deputy Mayor, BJP corporators, sporting saffron turbans, entered it, chanting "Modi-Modi". Corporators of the Raj Thackeray-led MNS did not turn up to the House for the elections. Those from the NCP and SP refrained from backing either of the contestants. While 16 corporators remained neutral, eight remained absent and one from AIMIM abstained from voting though he was present in the House. The relations between BJP and the Sena, partners in the state and central government, hit a new low during the campaign for civic elections across Maharashtra, which saw them hurling charges at each other. The Sena had even threatened of pulling out of the BJP-led government in the state anytime. The BJP put up a splendid performance in all parts of the state and shook Sena's citadel Mumbai, its political heartland land right from its formation in the 1960s. (PTI)

Shiv Sena's Vishwanath Mahadeshwar elected Mumbai Mayor with BJP support

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Shiv Sena's Vishwanath Mahadeshwar elected Mumbai Mayor with BJP support