The construction work of 2nd phase of Goa Dental College, Bambolim, near the city commenced on July 27 in the presence of Minister for Health Vishwajit Rane.

Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said the construction of the new building was designated as Phase II of the Dental College and would house the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department with OT, wards, casualty and OPD and the work was expected to be completed in 15 months.

“Along with the above departments, Conservative Dentistry, Oral Pathology, Orthodontics, Pedodontics and Oral Diagnosis and Radiology departments will be also shifted in the new building,” Dr Ida de Ataide, Dean, informed. Faculty Dr Anita Spadigam, Deputy Director (Admin) Anita Fernandes, Head of various departments, faculty and students were present on the occasion.