Tinsukia Medical College and Hospital Celebrates Second Foundation Day with Grand Ceremony
Tinsukia Medical College and Hospital (TMCH) in Dibrugarh commemorated its second foundation day on Monday with a vibrant event featuring an award ceremony and a cultural programme. The celebration was graced by Tinsukia MLA Sanjoy Kishan as the chief guest, who highlighted the institution's growing significance in the region's healthcare landscape.
Awards and Recognition for Top Students
During the ceremony, MLA Sanjoy Kishan presented awards to students who excelled in various academic disciplines. The event was attended by Principal and Chief Superintendent Dr. Rupak Kumar Gogoi, along with professors, MBBS students, and other staff members, fostering a spirit of community and achievement.
In his address, MLA Sanjoy Kishan expressed his delight at participating in the celebration. "I felt immense joy to be present as the chief guest at the programme organised on the occasion of the second foundation day of Tinsukia Medical College and Hospital. My heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all the teachers, doctors, staff and students on this auspicious occasion," he stated. He praised the award-winning students, adding, "I hope that these brilliant students of the new generation will provide superior healthcare to society in the future and bring pride to both the state and the nation."
Institutional Background and Development
It is noteworthy that Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Tinsukia Medical College and Hospital on March 9, 2024, with its foundation stone laid back in 2019. Located in Makum, Tinsukia district, TMCH stands as the 13th medical college in Assam, operating under the state ministry of health and family welfare. The institution is recognised by the National Medical Commission and affiliated with Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences in Guwahati.
The college currently admits 100 MBBS students annually, with a campus built at an approximate cost of Rs 350 crore spread over 58 acres. It boasts modern educational infrastructure, including:
- Digital lecture halls
- Skill laboratories
- Student hostels
Established to address the increasing healthcare and medical education demands of upper Assam and surrounding areas, TMCH aims to be a pivotal centre for medical training.
Future Vision and Commitment
Principal Dr. Rupak Kumar Gogoi, in his speech, emphasised the institution's dedication to nurturing doctors equipped with both skill and compassion. He expressed confidence that TMCH would evolve into a major hub for medical education in the region, contributing significantly to public health services.
This foundation day celebration not only honoured academic excellence but also reinforced TMCH's role in advancing medical education and healthcare accessibility in Assam, marking a milestone in its journey towards regional prominence.
