Sohag – People of Upper Egypt
Major General Tarek Rashid, Governor of Sohag, has instructed the Internal Audit and Governance Department to conduct surprise inspections at all hospitals in the governorate. This measure is intended to enforce discipline within medical facilities. Furthermore, it ensures a safe working environment for medical staff and the public.
Development of Security and Behavioral Aspects
These measures aim to ensure that security personnel adhere to protocols for proper conduct. They also include a thorough review of contracts with private security firms to ensure the provision of qualified personnel capable of managing crises professionally. These decisions follow recent events at Sohag General Hospital. Accordingly, the governor’s vision seeks to develop security and behavioral standards in parallel with the medical system.
Legal Measures to Protect Medical Staff
The governor emphasized the sanctity of medical facilities as public institutions that must not be violated. Rashid stressed that any attack on medical staff will be met with immediate legal action. In coordination with security authorities, legal proceedings will be initiated against any offender.
Proactive insurance plans
The governor ordered a comprehensive review of internal security plans to protect everyone. He also instructed administrative security personnel to exercise restraint and intervene proactively to defuse conflicts before they escalate. In this context, coordination will take place with the Sohag Security Directorate to activate police checkpoints and support reception and emergency departments. Specifically, this approach aims to prevent the recurrence of any incidents or altercations. In conclusion, the governor’s goal with these measures is to provide medical services to citizens in an atmosphere of calm and mutual respect.