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Assam approves  ₹600cr proton beam therapy unit for cancer treatment: CM Sarma
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Assam approves ₹600cr proton beam therapy unit for cancer treatment: CM Sarma

The Assam cabinet approved the purchase of a proton beam therapy unit for cancer treatment at a cost of ₹600 crore, making Assam the first state in India to offer this advanced treatment through a public healthcare facility. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted that the World Bank will provide a ₹315 crore loan, while the state government will contribute ₹285 crore. He noted that currently, such treatment is only available in private hospitals in Mumbai and Chennai, with no state-run facilities. The technology offers more precise cancer treatment compared to traditional methods. Additionally, the cabinet approved a ₹50,000 crore investment over seven years for infrastructure and development projects across various sectors.

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Assam approves ₹600cr proton beam therapy unit for cancer treatment: CM Sarma

The Assam cabinet approved the purchase of a proton beam therapy unit for cancer treatment at a cost of ₹600 crore, making Assam the first state in India to offer this advanced treatment through a public healthcare facility. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted that the World Bank will provide a ₹315 crore loan, while the state government will contribute ₹285 crore. He noted that currently, such treatment is only available in private hospitals in Mumbai and Chennai, with no state-run facilities. The technology offers more precise cancer treatment compared to traditional methods. Additionally, the cabinet approved a ₹50,000 crore investment over seven years for infrastructure and development projects across various sectors.

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