[1][2] Initially operating as the Zenana Shifa Khana dispensary for women, it provided much-needed healthcare services at a time when modern medicine was scarce.

This reconstruction marked a significant milestone in restoring healthcare services to the region, ensuring continued medical care for the local population.

The John Bishop Memorial Hospital played a central role in the medical missionary efforts in Kashmir.

Dr. Arthur Neve, who served the region for 19 years, was awarded the Kaisar-i-Hind Gold Medal for his public service.

Under their guidance, the hospital expanded its efforts to address significant health crises, including plague outbreaks, and supported initiatives by the Church of England Zenana Missionary Society (CEZMS), strengthening healthcare infrastructure and outreach in Kashmir.