Opposition Criticizes Government Over Delayed Prešov Hospital Construction Project

Opposition lawmakers have criticized the Slovak government for what they describe as arrogance and overconfidence in the construction of a new hospital in Prešov, eastern Slovakia. MPs from Progressive Slovakia, Freedom and Solidarity, and the Christian Democratic Movement visited the construction site and accused officials of making unrealistic promises about the project timeline. The opposition particularly targeted Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák, who previously cultivated an image as a capable manager, saying the delays are now damaging the government's public relations efforts. The lawmakers argued that Slovakia cannot build a hospital in two years like China might be able to do, suggesting the government set overly ambitious deadlines for the project. The criticism highlights broader concerns about the government's ability to deliver on major infrastructure promises and manage large-scale construction projects effectively.