Guwahati: Assam has embarked on a historic healthcare transformation with the launch of the Assam State Secondary Healthcare Initiative for Service Delivery Transformation (ASSIST). This ambitious ₹2,529 crore project aims to revolutionize healthcare access and quality across the state.
- 10 New District Hospitals: The initiative will see the construction of 10 new district hospitals, adding 1,150 beds to the state’s healthcare infrastructure. These hospitals will be located in:
- Kaliabor
- Dudhnoi
- Sarukhetri
- Kaliapani
- Narayanpur
- Azara
- Lakhipur
- Dibrugarh
- Abhayapuri
- Bajali
- Upgrading Existing Facilities: In addition to new hospitals, 25 existing healthcare facilities will undergo significant redevelopment to enhance their capacity and service delivery.
The ASSIST scheme is designed to:
- Improve Administrative Efficiency: Streamline operations at the state, district, and facility levels.
- Expand Healthcare Access: Ensure essential services reach underserved areas through redeveloped facilities.
- Upgrade Infrastructure: Modernize healthcare facilities to meet global standards and improve secondary care delivery.
“Through the ASSIST scheme, we are not only building new hospitals but also creating a robust healthcare system that caters to the needs of every Assamese. This transformative initiative will bridge gaps in healthcare infrastructure and significantly improve service delivery, especially in rural and semi-urban areas,” said the Chief Minister of Assam.
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