Dispur, Nov. 10 -- Assam Chief Minister Hemanta Biswa Sarma lauded the boat clinic in Bongaigaon for its sustained efforts in promoting family planning among locals.

He described the initiative as evidence that genuine commitment can lead to real change.

"Large families were a norm in Bongaigaon's river islands owing to lack of awareness and care. Years of dedicated boat clinic outreach changed that. Today, people themselves seek family planning & health advice -- proof that sincere intent drives real change," wrote Sarma on X.

In a video shared by the Assam CM on his official X handle, Majur Sen Mandal, the program officer at the Bongaigaon boat clinic, highlighted that they organise monthly health camps once or twice in each village....