Lok Nayak, Malviya hospitals earn NQAS quality certification in Delhi
Synopsis
Two major Delhi government hospitals — Lok Nayak and Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya — have cleared the NQAS quality bar with scores above 95%, a rare benchmark for public-sector facilities. With 14 MRI machines and 25-plus ultrasound units in the pipeline, the Rekha Gupta administration is signalling a structural upgrade, not just a certification win.
Key Takeaways
Lok Nayak Hospital scored 95.89% and Pt.
Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital scored 96.72% under the NQAS framework.
Both hospitals received the 'Quality Certified' recognition, announced by Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on 25 May 2025 .
Certification spans OPD, ICU, Blood Bank, Labour Room, Radiology, Laboratories, Emergency Care , and Maternal Health Services.
The Kayakalp initiative is driving cleanliness and hygiene standards across all Delhi government hospitals.
14 MRI machines and more than 25 ultrasound machines are to be added to government hospitals in the near term.
Lok Nayak Hospital and Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital, both run by the Delhi government, have received the 'Quality Certified' recognition under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) framework, Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh announced on Monday, 25 May. The achievement marks a measurable step forward for public healthcare in the national capital.
Assessment Scores
Lok Nayak Hospital scored 95.89% in the national quality assessment process, while Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital recorded an even higher 96.72%. Both scores place them among the top-performing government hospitals assessed under the NQAS framework nationally.
What the Certification Covers
The NQAS recognition was awarded based on performance across multiple critical healthcare domains, including OPD services, ICU facilities, Blood Bank, Labour Room, Radiology, Laboratories, Emergency Care, and Maternal Health Services, along with several other clinical and support departments. The breadth of the assessment makes the certification a comprehensive quality benchmark rather than a departmental distinction.
What the Government Said
'Unlike the previous government, we believe in work, not empty promises. For years, Delhi's healthcare system suffered due to a lack of vision, accountability, and meaningful reforms,' said Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh.
Singh also highlighted the Kayakalp initiative, which focuses on cleanliness and hygiene across all Delhi government hospitals. He added that 14 MRI machines and more than 25 ultrasound machines are set to be deployed across government hospitals in the coming period, aimed at expanding diagnostic capacity and reducing patient waiting times.
Broader Healthcare Push Under CM Rekha Gupta
The minister attributed the momentum to the broader vision of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's administration, which has prioritised quality standards, infrastructure upgrades, and improved patient experience across the capital's public health institutions. The government has framed the NQAS certifications as part of a sustained shift toward globally benchmarked healthcare delivery in Delhi's government hospital network.
What Comes Next
The planned augmentation of MRI and ultrasound equipment is expected to directly reduce diagnostic backlogs at government hospitals, where patients have historically faced long waits. Officials indicated that the government's commitment extends to ensuring every citizen can access quality treatment with dignity — a goal that will now be measured against the NQAS baseline these two hospitals have set.
Point of View
Where infrastructure deficits and patient load routinely suppress quality metrics — so these numbers deserve scrutiny as much as credit. The minister's political framing, contrasting his government with the previous one, is predictable, but the certification itself is an independent national assessment, which lends it credibility. The real test will be whether the planned MRI and ultrasound additions translate into reduced diagnostic waiting times for ordinary patients, or remain headline infrastructure. Delhi's public hospitals serve millions who have no private-sector alternative; NQAS scores are a floor, not a ceiling.
NationPress
10 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NQAS certification awarded to Delhi government hospitals?
The National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification is a government of India framework that assesses public health facilities across clinical, diagnostic, and support services. Lok Nayak Hospital and Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital received the 'Quality Certified' recognition after scoring 95.89% and 96.72% respectively in the assessment.
Which Delhi hospitals received the NQAS quality certification?
Lok Nayak Hospital and Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital, both operated by the Delhi government, were awarded the NQAS 'Quality Certified' recognition as announced on 25 May 2025.
What services were evaluated for the NQAS certification?
The assessment covered OPD services, ICU facilities, Blood Bank, Labour Room, Radiology, Laboratories, Emergency Care, Maternal Health Services, and several other clinical and support departments.
What new healthcare infrastructure is the Delhi government planning?
Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh announced that 14 MRI machines and more than 25 ultrasound machines will be deployed across Delhi government hospitals, aimed at expanding diagnostic capacity and reducing patient inconvenience.
What is the Kayakalp initiative mentioned by the Health Minister?
The Kayakalp initiative is a central government programme that incentivises public health facilities to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. The Delhi government has cited it as a key driver of improved conditions across its hospital network.
