Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the opening of a dedicated Mother and Child Hospital at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) to enhance maternal and child healthcare services. The new facility aims to offer improved and affordable healthcare for women and newborns, aligning with the government’s efforts to reduce Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) and Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) in the state.
Equipped with modern infrastructure and specialized medical services, the hospital focuses on addressing the healthcare needs of pregnant women, mothers, and infants. It is expected to alleviate the burden on existing departments at GMCH while enhancing access to quality maternal and neonatal care.
The Mother and Child Hospital will provide a range of services including antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, neonatal intensive care, and emergency obstetric services. The emphasis is on timely intervention to enhance survival rates for both mothers and newborns.
Stressing the significance of maternal and child health, Chief Minister Sarma highlighted the state’s progress in reducing maternal and infant mortality through initiatives such as increased institutional deliveries, enhanced health infrastructure, and targeted welfare programs. Efforts are underway to strengthen similar facilities and services across districts, particularly in rural and remote areas, to ensure equitable access to maternal healthcare.
District hospitals and medical colleges are being upgraded with improved equipment, trained staff, and referral systems to enhance healthcare services. Sarma reiterated the government’s commitment to providing quality healthcare as a fundamental right, aiming to ensure that every mother and child receive timely and affordable treatment. The inauguration of the Mother and Child Hospital at GMCH signifies a significant step in Assam’s healthcare reform agenda to enhance public health outcomes.
