Silchar, March 19 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a 50-bed Critical Care Block at SM Dev Civil Hospital in Silchar in a move to strengthen healthcare facilities in the city.

It may be noted that the critical care block, covering 6,335 sqm, will have ground plus four stories. The facility is expected to enhance critical care with an ICU, Operation Theatre, isolation wards, and pediatric care unit to cater to the diverse needs of the patients.

The project cost of the critical care block is estimated to be Rs 24 crore. During his day-long tour, Chief Minister Sarma also laid the foundation of New Circuit House, Silchar.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Dr Sarma said that both pr...