Baby Girl Born as Pragjyotishpur Medical College Conducts First C-Section at New OT Complex

The successful delivery marks an important step towards expanding surgical maternity services at the government medical college in Guwahati.

Guwahati, November 3, 2026: The arrival of a healthy baby girl has marked a new chapter in maternal healthcare at Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), as the Guwahati-based institution successfully conducted its first Caesarean delivery inside the newly developed Operation Theatre Complex.

The procedure took place on Monday, November 2, 2026, beginning at approximately 11 am under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ratna Kanta Talukdar, Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Hospital authorities reported that both the mother and her newborn daughter were doing well following the operation.

New Operation Theatre Records First Successful C-Section

The delivery represents an important achievement for the medical college as it works towards bringing additional healthcare infrastructure into regular operation.

The Caesarean section was conducted through the combined efforts of medical professionals from the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Anaesthesiology and Paediatrics.

The coordinated involvement of these departments ensured that surgical, anaesthetic and newborn care services were available during the procedure.

The successful operation is particularly significant because it was the first Caesarean delivery performed in the newly constructed theatre complex within the medical college building.

The development demonstrates the facility’s ability to support surgical obstetric care and represents progress in expanding the institution’s clinical services.

Special Moment for Medical College Staff

The occasion carried additional significance for the hospital community, as the newborn’s parent is reportedly an employee of Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital.

The staff member expressed appreciation for the medical professionals involved in the delivery and the care provided throughout the procedure.

The birth also marked an encouraging beginning for the newly established operation theatre, bringing together the hospital’s clinical teams for a successful surgical delivery.

PMCH Principal Welcomes Healthcare Milestone

Prof. Dr. Basanta Kumar Baishya, Principal-cum-Chief Superintendent of Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital, expressed satisfaction over the development.

He described the achievement as encouraging for residents of Guwahati and surrounding areas who have been looking forward to the expansion of medical services at the institution.

The successful procedure is expected to support the gradual strengthening of surgical and maternity care facilities at the medical college.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Congratulates Medical Team

Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma also congratulated the medical professionals associated with the successful delivery.

According to published reports, the Chief Minister welcomed the achievement as a positive development for maternal and child healthcare services in the state.

The establishment and expansion of medical college infrastructure form part of Assam’s efforts to improve access to specialised treatment and strengthen government healthcare institutions.

A Step Forward for Maternal Healthcare in Guwahati

Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital is among Assam’s newer government medical institutions, providing healthcare services alongside medical education and training.

Its Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology has been offering outpatient services, including antenatal care, gynaecological consultations and other women’s health services.

The successful Caesarean delivery at the new operation theatre adds an important surgical capability to the institution’s developing healthcare infrastructure.

As additional facilities become operational, the medical college is expected to play an increasingly important role in meeting the healthcare needs of Guwahati and nearby communities.

The November 2 delivery stands as an encouraging milestone for the hospital’s doctors, nursing personnel and supporting medical teams.