The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has taken major steps to upgrade healthcare facilities across its network of hospitals, demonstrating a strong commitment to the well-being of its employees, their families and the general public. Under the leadership of Shri Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager/NFR, significant investments have been made to modernize hospital infrastructure with advanced diagnostic equipment, state-of-the-art Operation Theatres and fully equipped Intensive Care Units. As part of these efforts, on 15th August 2025, the renovated Female Surgical Ward, Orthopaedic Ward and a Haemodialysis Unit under the Public-Private Partnership model were inaugurated at the Central Hospital.
This year, several new health and medical facilities have been introduced across Railway Hospitals under N.F. Railway. At the Divisional Railway Hospital, Katihar, a Digital X-ray unit and a fully automated Auto Analyzer have been inaugurated. The Sub-Divisional Railway Hospital at Rangapara North is now equipped with a new CR System X-Ray machine. At Central Hospital, Maligaon, an advanced Lasotronix Laser Diode System has been installed. Additionally, a newly constructed Post Graduate Doctor’s Hostel and Dormitory, along with the renovated four Semi Cabins, have also been inaugurated at Central Hospital, Maligaon.
Additionally, during the Ambubachi Mela 2025, a First Aid Booth was established at Kamakhya station premises from 20th to 26th June 2025 to provide health check-up facilities for pilgrims.
Aligned with the Digital India Initiative, NFR hospitals have implemented Electronic Health Records (EHRs) to streamline patient care and improve coordination of medical services. Continuous training and skill development programs are conducted to ensure medical staff stay updated with the latest practices and technologies. Furthermore, NFR actively engages in community outreach by organizing health camps and awareness programs, benefiting thousands of people.
NFR’s hospitals have demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in healthcare, which has been recognized through numerous accolades and awards received by their medical personnel over time, honouring their unwavering dedication to lifesaving services.
