GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the government's commitment towards promoting affordable and universal healthcare on the occassion of World Health Day. In a post on X, CM Sarma thanked health workers for their round-the-clock work and highlighted the government's thrust towards public health initiatives. “We reaffirm our deepest appreciation to all those who work hard, often beyond the call of duty, to keep our community healthy,” he stated.
The Assam CM revealed that 23 medical colleges are currently under construction in Assam, with plans to launch three additional colleges in Darang, Hojai, and Hailakandi within the next year. He noted that prior to this initiative, the state had only three medical colleges for an extended period.
In addition to healthcare advancements, the Chief Minister highlighted progress in higher education, mentioning the establishment of universities in nearly every district, including Hojai, Nagaon, Cachar, Bajali, and Lakhimpur. “Today, nearly every district has or will soon have a university,” he added.
CM Sarma also discussed infrastructure improvements, stating that the government is working on building bridges across the Brahmaputra River to enhance connectivity and support development. He emphasized that Assam is progressing rapidly towards becoming one of the developed states in India.
Under various welfare schemes, over 78,000 borrowers have benefited from a microfinance incentive package, while more than 3.23 lakh bicycles and 48,673 scooters have been distributed to students across the state.
Also Watch: