ONGC inks MoA with SMCH for establishment of state-of-the-art burn ward in Silchar

way2barak, August 16: In a significant boost to the healthcare infrastructure of the Barak Valley, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), Cachar, has committed ₹13.56 crore towards the establishment of a state-of-the-art burn ward at Silchar Medical College & Hospital (SMCH). This milestone initiative, a part of ONGC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities, was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signed on Wednesday between ONGC, ONGC Foundation, and SMCH.

The new burn ward, which will span 11,000 square feet, is designed to accommodate 30 beds, including 10 specialized ICU beds. The facility will be constructed in a G+2 structure, with the project set to be executed in phases over the next two years. Once operational, the ward will provide advanced care for burn patients, filling a critical gap in the region’s healthcare services.
The MoA signing ceremony, held at the ONGC conference hall, was graced by key dignitaries, including Dr. Bhaskar Gupta, Principal of SMCH, and Vipul Gohai, ONGC Asset Manager, alongside senior officials from both ONGC and SMCH. The event coincided with the celebration of ONGC’s 69th Foundation Day, adding to the significance of the occasion.
Dr. Bhaskar Gupta highlighted the urgent need for such a specialized unit, noting, “The establishment of this burn ward will drastically improve the quality of care available to burn victims in the Barak Valley. Advanced treatment options will now be accessible locally, which is a monumental step forward for our medical facilities.”
Echoing this sentiment, Vipul Gohai expressed pride in launching this crucial project, which he described as a “historic step in ONGC’s enduring commitment to the welfare of the community.” He also pointed to ONGC’s recent Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Srikona unit as a testament to the organization’s legacy of community-centric initiatives.
Among the attendees were Dr. Bhaskar Debnath, Deputy Superintendent of SMCH; Dr. Pradipta Roy Choudhury, TPC Committee Chairman; Dr. D. Sinha, HOD of Surgery; and Dr. Bikash Sandilya, Additional Superintendent, all of whom expressed their support and anticipation for the project.
The construction of the burn ward is set to commence following the tendering process on the GEM portal, marking the beginning of a transformative journey for healthcare services at SMCH.
It is pertinent to mention here that the initiative is poised to be a game-changer for burn care in the region, significantly enhancing the medical college’s capacity to provide specialized treatment and elevating the overall standard of healthcare in the Barak Valley.
This is stated in a press release issued from the Regional Office of Information & Public Relations, Barak Valley Zone, Silchar, Assam.