Archive · 22 Aug 2025
CM Sarma: No Transfer for GMCH Principal Amid Protests
The Chief Minister of Assam says he won't move the head of the hospital, even though people are upset about a baby's death.
Protesters want the head to be fired and the health minister to quit.
The Chief Minister says there are enough staff and they are waiting for a report before deciding what to do.
Chief Minister Sarma stated GMCH Principal will not be transferred.
Protests demanded transfer and suspension of the GMCH principal.
Sarma said awaiting inquiry report before further steps.
Sarma rejected claims of understaffing at GMCH.
Assam Jatiya Parishad protested, accusing Health Department of negligence.
- Who
- Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, GMCH Principal Achyut Baishya, Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP), protesters, and the deceased infant.
- What
- Chief Minister Sarma addressed the demand for the GMCH principal's transfer.
- When
- Friday, August 22, following protests.
- Where
- Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH)
- Why
- In response to protests and demands following the death of a newborn at GMCH.
Protesters and Unions
Government
Accountability
Protesters and Unions
Demand immediate action against hospital leadership.
Government
Government's stance on the matter.
Staffing
Protesters and Unions
Criticize hospital staffing and management.
Government
Government's assessment of staffing levels.
- Event
- Response to GMCH Protest
- Location
- Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH)
- Key Figure
- Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Controversy
- Newborn death and hospital management
- Decision
- GMCH Principal will not be transferred.
