Are Many Agreements Signed During Advantage Assam Progressing?

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Key Takeaways
- Peerless Hospital inaugurated in Guwahati.
- Facility has 300 beds for multi-speciality care.
- Initiative part of Advantage Assam 2.0 investment agreements.
- Collaboration between Assam Government and Peerless Group.
- Focus on improving healthcare access for citizens.
Guwahati, July 21 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, inaugurated the Peerless Hospital on Monday, a facility established by the Peerless Group as part of a commitment made with the Government of Assam during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit. This 300-bed multi-speciality tertiary care hospital is situated in Ahom Gaon, Garchuk.
During the inauguration, Sarma remarked that the Assam Government is focused on boosting investments across various sectors and has signed multiple MoUs during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit, with many of these agreements now progressing through various phases of implementation. Some companies have already started their operations, while others have either launched their projects or are in discussions with the government to move forward.
He further stated that since the signing of the MoU with the Peerless Group, the State Government has closely collaborated with the company to ensure the hospital's operations. Emphasizing the reputation of the Peerless Group, the Chief Minister highlighted that it is one of the oldest companies in India, originally founded in the financial sector before diversifying into healthcare and other fields.
Sarma also noted that with two hospitals already operating in West Bengal, the opening of this hospital in Guwahati signifies a major advancement in healthcare services for Assam. He expressed confidence that the Peerless Group’s initiative will provide the residents of Assam with access to high-quality healthcare.
Jayanta Roy, Managing Director of Peerless, expressed his appreciation to Chief Minister Dr. Sarma and the Assam Government for their assistance in establishing the hospital. He acknowledged the favorable business environment in Assam, praising the efficiency and responsiveness of its administration.
–IANS
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