Technology can bridge geographical barriers in healthcare sector: Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday stressed the role of technology in bridging geographical barriers for delivering healthcare services to people in remote areas.

He urged the medical community to take advantage of technological solutions for meeting the requirements of their patients.

Sarma was speaking at a programme to mark the launch of six new projects in the healthcare sector in the state.

"In a country like India with its large geographical expanse, it is not possible to have hospitals in all remote places or hamlets. We are trying to deliver healthcare at the doorsteps of the citizens. But in the meantime, technology is the only solution," he said.

"I urge the medical community to take advantage of technology in reaching out to their patients," the chief minister added.

He maintained that "geographical remoteness and lack of motivation" were major reasons for hospitals and doctors in certain parts of the state not performing according to their capability.