The newly inaugurated 832-bed Mother and Child Hospital at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) will begin operations from 8 am on Monday, March 2, in Guwahati. The facility will take over all maternal and paediatric healthcare services from the existing hospital complex.
The dedicated wing marks a major expansion of specialised healthcare infrastructure at GMCH, one of the largest government medical institutions in Assam.
The 832-bed Mother and Child Hospital at GMCH, Guwahati, will commence operations at 8 am on March 2. The new facility will shift all maternal and paediatric services from the old complex and includes a 152-bed NICU, 462 general beds, and advanced treatment infrastructure.
What Changes From March 2?
From Monday morning, all maternity and child health departments will function from the new Mother and Child Hospital building.
Other medical services at GMCH will continue operating from the existing hospital complex.
The transition centralises maternal and paediatric care into a dedicated space, aimed at improving service efficiency and patient management.
Key Facilities at the New Hospital
The hospital houses a total of 832 beds, including:
- 462 general ward beds
- 152-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- 38 treatment rooms
- 17 pre- and post-operative beds
- 20 high- and low-risk dependency beds
- 15-bed triage unit for paediatric and obstetric cases
- Dedicated Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre
The 152-bed NICU is among the key highlights, designed to provide advanced neonatal support for high-risk newborns.
Workforce and Support Services
To support operations, 258 specially trained nurses will be deployed at the new facility.
The presence of trained staff alongside upgraded infrastructure is expected to strengthen maternal and neonatal healthcare delivery in Guwahati and across Assam.
The dedicated Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre aims to provide specialised care for mothers and infants requiring additional medical and nutritional support.
Why This Matters for Guwahati and Assam
GMCH serves as a referral hospital not only for Guwahati but also for multiple districts across Assam and neighbouring states.
The commissioning of a standalone Mother and Child Hospital wing is expected to:
- Improve safe motherhood outcomes
- Enhance neonatal care services
- Reduce patient load in the existing complex
- Strengthen specialised paediatric treatment
With increasing patient inflow to GMCH, the expansion addresses long-standing demand for dedicated maternal and child health infrastructure.
What Happens Next?
From March 2, patients seeking maternal and paediatric services should report directly to the new Mother and Child Hospital building within the GMCH campus.
Authorities are expected to monitor the initial phase of operations to ensure a smooth transition from the old complex.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the GMCH Mother and Child Hospital open?
The hospital will begin operations at 8 am on March 2 in Guwahati.
How many beds does the new facility have?
The hospital has 832 beds, including 462 general beds and a 152-bed NICU.