By: Express News Service Chandigarh | August 30, 2025 11:23 PM IST 2 min readThe situation has become so serious that hospital authorities have now ordered mandatory checking of staff bags at exit points (Archive)The Government Medical College and Hospital, Sector 32 (GMCH-32) has been facing an increase in thefts inside the Emergency-Trauma block, prompting the administration to adopt strict measures. The situation has become so serious that hospital authorities have now ordered mandatory checking of staff bags at exit points.According to an official order, to check these incidents, security staff have been instructed to check staff bags and personal belongings at the end of duty hours. Both male and women security guards will be posted to ensure the process is smooth.According to sources, some staff members have expressed discomfort with this order. However, the administration has appealed to employees to cooperate and allow voluntary bag checking. Officials clarified that the step has solely been taken to check the incidents of thefts.Issuing the order, the Medical Superintendent of GMCH-32 clarified that protecting government property is paramount. Such incidents, officials added, can be curbed only if strict security checks are enforced and cooperation is received from all employees.Apart from safeguarding hospital property, the administration believes that tighter security will increase safety of staff and patients.The instructions have been issued to all heads of departments, security in-charge, the nursing superintendent, and section heads for implementation.The administration hopes that the move will ensure more transparency in the hospital.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt LtdTags:GMCH 32