The Assam government on Wednesday announced that it will confer the highest state civilian award ‘Assam Baibhav’ on Mumbai-based medical practitioner Dr Tapan Saikia for his contribution towards cancer treatment.
Addressing a press conference here after a cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Saikia is one of the patrons of Deepshikha Foundation and has rendered immense contribution towards generating awareness and early detection of cancer in Assam and Northeast.
After serving at many hospitals, the eminent doctor is at present working as the director of Oncology Sciences in Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai.
Heartiest congratulations to the winner of prestigious Assam Baibhav award, renowned oncologist Dr Tapan Saikia, who has made outstanding contributions in the field of cancer treatment and awareness.#AssamBaibhav pic.twitter.com/w6einbmbY9
— MyGov Assam (@mygovassam) January 4, 2023
Sarma also announced the recipients’ names for the second highest civilian award ‘Assam Saurav’ and ‘Assam Gaurav’. All the awards will be given at a function around the middle of this year.
As a recognition of their commendable service to the society, we are proud to announce names of 21 personalities chosen for the Assam State Civilian Awards 2022.
Congratulations winners! Your dedication towards Assam’s progress will serve as an inspiration for all. pic.twitter.com/hpTfOlZAXd
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) January 4, 2023
Krishna Roy for art and culture, Gilbert Sangma and Nayanmoni Saikia for sports, Dr Binoy Kumar Saikia for science and Dr Sashidhar Phukan for healthcare and public service will receive the ‘Assam Saurav’ award.
A total of 15 eminent personalities have been selected for conferring the ‘Assam Gaurav’ award this year, the chief minister said.
