Guwahati, 26 October (HS): Assam Health Minister Ashok Singhal on Monday inspected the newly constructed Mahendra Mohan Choudhury Hospital (MMCH) in Panbazar, Guwahati and reviewed the functioning of various departments and the progress of ongoing construction work. The hospital is scheduled to begin services in a new form from November 16.

Speaking to media persons after the inspection, Singhal said the government was planning to shift several departments of Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) to MMCH to facilitate the reconstruction of GMCH.

He said the relocation would help strengthen healthcare infrastructure and ensure better and affordable medical services for the people.

The minister directed the officials concerned to take necessary steps to complete the construction work within the stipulated timeframe and further improve the hospital's service delivery system.

The newly constructed MMCH will also have residential quarters for doctors, providing additional facilities for medical personnel.

Director of Medical Education Dr Manoj Kumar Choudhury, GMCH Principal Dr Babul Bezbaruah, Superintendent Dr Debajit Choudhury and other senior health officials were present during the inspection.---------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash