Ballari, Nov. 8 -- In a major push to strengthen the state's healthcare system, the Cabinet has approved the recruitment of 1,000 doctors in the state, Health Minister UT Khader said on Sunday.

Speaking at a press conference in the city, the Minister said that until the recruitment process is completed, permission has been granted to hire doctors and staff on an outsourced basis.

"Through direct recruitment, 250 doctors have already been appointed. All staff in Primary Health Centres must be mandatorily present and on duty. Permission has been given to appoint staff on an outsourced basis as per the requirements of the respective districts," he said.

He further stated that the issue of medicine shortage will be resolved within two mont...