GUWAHATI: Govt to set up temporary hospital for COVID-19

The Assam government has decided to set up another temporary hospital with 800 beds at Khanapara field, Guwahati for treatment of COVID-19 patients, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday.

Taking to Twitter, the Minister said an 800-bed temporary hospital for COVID-19 patients is under construction at Khanapara field, Guwahati & will soon be functional, adding up to our treatment capacity.

Inspected the site along with health officials & advised them to ensure best facilities & practices, he added.

A 800-bed temporary hospital for #COVID19 patients is under construction at Khanapara field, Guwahati & will soon be functional, adding up to our treatment capacity.

Inspected the site along with health officials & advised them to ensure best facilities & practises.#AssamCares pic.twitter.com/UNHkMeHHGd

— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 26, 2020