Guwahati, April 13: Marking a significant leap in cancer care and surgical innovation, Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma today inaugurated North East India’s first-ever onco-robotic surgery facility at the State Cancer Institute, located within the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) premises.
The state-of-the-art robotic surgery machine, procured under the Central government’s NPCDCS (National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke) scheme, comes at a cost of ₹14.99 crore. Built with ‘Make in India’ technology, the system offers enhanced surgical precision, 3D visualization, and reduced blood loss—significantly improving outcomes for cancer patients. It features universal safety systems, an articulating endoscope, and the latest software-enabled camera control.
Chief Minister Sarma said Assam begins Rongali Bihu celebrations by dedicating North East’s first robotic surgery facility to the people. “This marks a new chapter in public healthcare, where complex cancer surgeries can now be performed with precision, speed, and minimal invasiveness—all at affordable costs”, Sarma added.
Dr. Sarma also announced plans to expand this advanced facility to Dibrugarh and Silchar, ensuring access to high-end oncological care for patients in Upper Assam and the Barak Valley. He further emphasized that the state has taken coordinated steps to train doctors in operating the new system and is in the process of establishing nursing colleges across all cancer hospitals in Assam. These institutions will offer instruction in English and Japanese, broadening career prospects for nursing students globally.
Reiterating the state’s commitment to healthcare excellence, the Chief Minister thanked the ICICI Foundation for contributing high-end medical equipment under its CSR initiative. He also extended gratitude to the Assam Cancer Care Foundation, the State Cancer Institute, and GMCH for their support.
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