Assam CM Reviews AI-Powered Bedsheet that Monitors Patient’s Vitals, Spotlights Remote Monitoring for Technology-Driven Healthcare

Medical technology, Sarma noted, will play a defining role in the coming years, but affordability and local relevance will remain critical.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reviewed an AI-powered bedsheet capable of monitoring patient vitals without traditional equipment, signalling a renewed push towards artificial intelligence and advanced technology as central pillars of the state’s evolving healthcare system.

Describing the innovation as a reflection of how technology is reshaping diagnosis and treatment, Sarma said, “Advancements in medical tech are ensuring the best diagnosis and treatment for our patients.” He added that officials have been asked to evaluate the feasibility of adopting the technology within the state’s health system.

The review of the AI-enabled bedsheet comes amid a broader articulation of Assam’s healthcare roadmap, outlined during a recent ceremony for a new building at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH).

Addressing doctors, students and faculty, Sarma said GMCH is set to undergo a comprehensive transformation in infrastructure and technical capacity. Once completed, the institution is expected to operate as a 3,000-bed, state-of-the-art facility offering super-speciality services and advanced medical care.

He linked Assam’s ambitions to the national focus on artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, highlighted in the Union Budget for 2026-27, noting that the state must align itself with this thrust by building a strong urban medical ecosystem in Guwahati.

The Chief Minister emphasised that the transformation is not limited to GMCH alone. With support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), medical colleges in Jorhat, Silchar and Dibrugarh are also being upgraded as part of a wider effort to modernise healthcare delivery across Assam. “The idea is to completely revamp the state’s health sector,” he said, pointing to the role of technology in improving access, efficiency and quality of care.

Medical technology, Sarma noted, will play a defining role in the coming years, but affordability and local relevance will remain critical. To this end, the Assam government has partnered with IIT Guwahati, which has collaborated with AIIMS, to develop a robust ecosystem for med-tech innovation. The focus is on solutions that combine artificial intelligence, digital health platforms and clinical expertise to address real-world healthcare challenges.

Commenting separately on the Union Budget 2026-27, Sarma said it strikes a fine balance between India’s aspirations and development priorities. He highlighted the emphasis on skilling as being closely aligned with Assam’s vision to emerge as a trusted hub for skilled professionals in healthcare, AI and allied sectors.

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