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The Union Home Minister inaugurated several major healthcare projects in Guwahati, marking a significant milestone in Assam’s medical infrastructure development. The city became notable for hosting India’s first government hospital offering Proton Cancer Therapy, an advanced treatment for cancer. Alongside this, multiple cancer centres and medical colleges were also launched or expanded, contributing to improved healthcare accessibility in the Northeast region. The initiatives are supported by increased budget allocation and aim to reduce dependency on metro cities for advanced treatments, making Guwahati a key healthcare hub in eastern India.