Assam Governor inaugurates Hans Renal Care Centre at Red Cross Hospital in Guwahati

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJanuary 10, 2025

In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare accessibility in Assam, The Hans Foundation (THF) and the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Assam State Branch (ASB), inaugurated the Hans Renal Care Centre at Red Cross Hospital, Chandmari, Guwahati. This state-of-the-art dialysis unit will provide free-of-cost, high-quality renal care services, bridging a critical gap in healthcare access across the region.

Assam Governor & the President of IRCS, ASB Lakshman Prasad Acharya inaugurated the renal care centre. The event also witnessed the presence of several dignitaries, including AK Absar Hazarika, chairman- Indian Red Cross Society, Assam State Branch, Sandeep J Kapur, CEO- The Hans Foundation, Padmashree Ajoy Kumar Dutta, Vijay Jamwal, Senior Director- The Hans Foundation, and several others, marking a pivotal moment in Assam’s healthcare development.

The Hans Renal Care Centre is designed to serve as a lifeline for individuals grappling with chronic kidney disease. Equipped with state-of-the-art dialysis technology, it prioritizes marginalized communities, providing essential care services free of charge to address the growing burden of chronic kidney disease.

This initiative is the result of a strategic collaboration between The Hans Foundation and the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Assam State Branch. “At The Hans Foundation, our mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their socioeconomic background, has access to life-saving healthcare. This dialysis unit is a testament to our commitment to bringing quality healthcare closer to those in need, empowering communities, and fostering hope,” said Sandeep J Kapur, CEO, The Hans Foundation.

“This partnership with The Hans Foundation marks a significant milestone in our efforts to improve healthcare delivery in Assam. The new dialysis unit at Red Cross Hospital, Chandmari, will not only provide critical care but also serve as a beacon of compassion and service to humanity,” said Deba Prasad Sarma, General Secretary, IRCS, Assam State Branch.