After B Barooah Cancer Hospital, yet another state-of-the-art hospital injects no less ray of hopes for thousands of cancer patients from the north eastern region. Union health minister JP Nadda opened the 20 beded cancer hospital adjacent to the Gauhati Medical College Hospital at a function on Friday evening.
Nadda, in his speech said the centre will help the entire region provide best possible treatment for the cancer patients.
State health minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called it a memorable day in the state’s health sector saying that the hospital will be of immense help for Assam and other north eastern states to curb cancer disease.
Earlier in the day, Nadda laid the corner stone of the Dhubri Medical College calling it a giant leap in the health sector. He said the Centre is committed to help the region get the modern healthcare facility.
On Saturday, Nadda us scheduled to lay the foundation stone if the proposed medical college in Nagaon.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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