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Assam aims to strengthen healthcare infrastructure with 25 medical colleges by 2030
Guwahati, December 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday attended the annual conference of the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA) held at Sarusajai Sports Complex in Guwahati.
Assam to have 25 functional medical colleges by 2030: CM Sarma
Guwahati, Dec 18: Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the state has set an ambitious target of establishing 25 fully functional medical colleges by 2030 as part of its long-term strategy to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and create a robust pool of medical specialists.
India, ADB sign loans worth over $2.2 billion for various development projects
New Delhi, Dec 15: The Central government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Monday signed agreements for five loans worth over $2.2 billion to support various development projects in the country.
Assam CM reiterates commitment to public health, assures assistance for all regions
Guwahati, Dec 4: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery across the state, particularly in remote and underserved regions.
Assam CM launches cashless treatment under Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana, distributes Health Cards
Guwahati, October 29: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday launched a cashless treatment facility under the Ayushman Asom Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana (AA-MMLSAY) at a function held in Janata Bhawan in Guwahati.
Assam: Over 1,800 children screened at Mega Health Camp in Kamrup under 'Susrusha Setu' Program
Kamrup, October 8: In a major push towards strengthening grassroots healthcare, over 1,800 children were screened during a Mega Health Camp in Assam's Kamrup.
Newborn death: Opposition demands removal of Guwahati Medical College principal
Guwahati, Aug 22: The crisis at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) has escalated into a political storm, with opposition parties, student organisations demanding accountability from the Assam government and hospital authorities.
Assam govt to spend Rs 325 crore for cashless medical treatment of needy citizens
Guwahati, Aug 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the state government is set to spend at least Rs 325 crore for the cashless medical treatment of needy citizens, and the cabinet has cleared the decision.
Many pacts signed during Advantage Assam are at various stages of implementation: CM
Guwahati, July 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday inaugurated the Peerless Hospital, set up by the Peerless Group pursuant to the agreement signed with the Government of Assam during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit. This 300-bed multi-speciality tertiary care hospital is located at Ahom Gaon, Garchuk.
Assam CM visits Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital
Kokrajhar, July 16: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday visited Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital for an in-depth review of its facilities and operations.
Assam's 'golden hour' initiative saves over 2,650 road accident victims
Guwahati, July 1: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday that the state's 'Golden Hour' emergency care scheme has provided cashless treatment to 2,657 road accident victims since its launch on May 30 last year.
Assam CM Himanta Sarma presents appointment letters to 400 Medical, Health officers
Guwahati, June 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday presented appointment letters to 400 Medical and Health Officers at a programme held at GMCH auditorium in Guwahati. It may be noted that with these 400 appointments, the present government achieved a cumulative total of 1,20,359 government appointments provided to the youth of the state. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma said that ever since this present dispensation has come to power, the government has been steadfast in addressing the demand-supply mismatch of doctors.
Efforts on to make Gauhati Medical College largest health institution in the country: Assam CM
Guwahati, April 16: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday that all steps have been taken to transform the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) into one of the largest health institution in the country.
Assam Govt plans to transform GMCH into country's one of the largest hospitals: CM
Guwahati, April 16: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that all the steps have been taken to transform the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital into one of the largest in the country.
Guwahati Medical College gets northeast's first onco-robotic surgery facility
Guwahati, April 13: Marking a significant milestone in oncological surgery and improving outcome for cancer patients, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday inaugurated the first-ever onco-robotic surgery facility of the northeastern region at the State Cancer Institute in Guwahati Medical College and Hospital premises.
All Cancer Care hospitals to have nursing colleges with students' exposure in the English and Japanese languages: Assam CM
Guwahati, April 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that nursing colleges will be established in all state cancer hospitals, offering students exposure to English and Japanese to expand their career prospects.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates robotic surgery system at State Cancer Institute in Guwahati
Guwahati, April 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday inaugurated the robotic surgery system at the State Cancer Institute in Guwahati.
Committed to build good health infrastructure in Assam, says CM Sarma
Guwahati, April 7: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said building good healthcare institutions is the priority of the state government.
Efforts on to take advanced healthcare facilities to every part of Assam: CM Sarma
Guwahati, March 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said the under-construction medical college in Tamulpur will strengthen the government's efforts to improve the healthcare facility in the state, which will also lead to new opportunities for the young generation.
Assam CM lays foundation for 50 bed critical care block at SM Dev Civil Hospital in Silchar
Silchar, March 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a 50-bed Critical Care Block at SM Dev Civil Hospital in Silchar in a move to strengthen healthcare facilities in the city. It may be noted that the critical care block, covering 6,335 sqm, will have ground plus four stories. The facility is expected to enhance critical care with an ICU, Operation Theatre, isolation wards, and pediatric care unit to cater to the diverse needs of the patients.