By NE NOW NEWS
Guwahati: In a significant boost to healthcare services in the Northeast, AIIMS Guwahati has inaugurated a state-of-the-art neurosurgical operation theatre aimed at handling complex brain and spine surgeries.
According to an official statement, the facility was inaugurated by Executive Director Ashok Puranik in the presence of senior officials, including Surendra Kumar Majhi of the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL).
Developed with financial assistance of Rs 6.5 crore under PGCIL’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the new operation theatre is equipped with advanced surgical technologies to enhance precision and ensure better patient safety.
The upgrade is expected to significantly strengthen the institute’s capacity to treat critical neurological conditions.
Addressing the gathering,Prof. Puranik highlighted the importance of collaboration between public institutions and corporate organisations in building healthcare infrastructure, particularly in regions where access to specialised services has been limited.
He reaffirmed the institute’s commitment to delivering high-quality and accessible healthcare across the Northeast.
Majhi stated that PGCIL remains focused on contributing meaningfully to sectors such as healthcare through its CSR initiatives, aiming to create long-term impact.
The addition of this advanced neurosurgical facility is expected to reduce dependence on referral centres outside the region, enabling more patients to access timely and specialised treatment closer to home. AIIMS Guwahati, which serves patients from across the Northeast, continues to expand its services to meet increasing demand.