**Policy Summary: Healthcare Enhancement and Industrial Development Initiatives in Bokajan, Assam**
On July 31, 2025, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, virtually dedicated a life-saving advanced ambulance to the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Bokajan, Assam. This initiative, a CSR contribution by Richardson Cruddas Ltd. in collaboration with CCI Bokajan, aims to improve emergency medical services in Bokajan and surrounding areas, facilitating the transport of critical patients to advanced medical facilities in Diphu, Jorhat, and Dimapur. The request for the ambulance was formally made by Dr. Numal Momin, local MLA and Deputy Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly. The advanced ambulance will benefit not only the people of Bokajan but also nearby areas like Chandrapur, Sukhanjan, Sarihajan, Dillai, Hidpi, Madhopur and Khatkhati.
In addition to the healthcare enhancement, Minister Kumaraswamy reviewed the operations and progress of the CCI Bokajan Cement Plant, a unit of Cement Corporation of India (CCI). The plant, commissioned in 1976 with an annual capacity of 1.98 lakh metric tonnes, produces 43-grade Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) and Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC). The plant has returned to profitability in the last three years. Expansion plans are under consideration, aiming to increase employment fivefold. Currently, CCI Bokajan employs approximately 450 direct and 1,000 indirect workers.
During a previous visit on September 21, Minister Kumaraswamy inaugurated the Commissioning of a Hot Air Duct to Raw Mills Project and laid the foundation stone for a 1 MW Solar Power Project. The Hot Air Duct is currently saving around 11 tonnes of coal per day, while the Solar Project is expected to be commissioned soon to further improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
These initiatives align with the government's commitment to the development of the Northeast, highlighted by Union Minister visits every 15 days since January 2015, and a focus on sustainable industrial growth and enhanced social infrastructure in the region. Key stakeholders involved in these initiatives include Shri Tuliram Ronghang, Chief Executive Member of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC), and Dr. Numal Momin, MLA and Deputy Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly.
Key Entities Referenced
H.D. Kumaraswamy: Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel
Bokajan, Assam: Location of Community Health Centre (CHC) and CCI Bokajan Cement Plant, where the ambulance was dedicated
CCI Bokajan Cement Plant: A unit of Cement Corporation of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, located in Bokajan, Assam.
Richardson Cruddas Ltd.: Company that donated the ambulance under a CSR initiative in coordination with CCI Bokajan
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India, whose initiative is credited with boosting development in the Northeast
Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council KAAC: An autonomous council in Assam, whose resources will be utilized to set up new industries.
Assam Legislative Assembly: The state legislative assembly of Assam, where Dr. Numal Momin serves as Deputy Speaker.
Atmanirbhar Bharat: A national initiative for a self-reliant India.
Ministry of Heavy Industries
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy dedicates Life-
Saving Advanced Ambulance to CHC Bokajan
virtually
Northeast development gets a major boost with
consistent Union Minister visits every 15 days since
2015: Union Minister H.D.Kumaraswamy
CCI Bokajan Cement Plant returns to profitability;
expansion plans under consideration
CSR initiative by Richardson & Cruddas and CCI
Bokajan strengthens healthcare services in Assam
Posted On: 31 JUL 2025 6:10PM by PIB Delhi
Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy today virtually dedicated a Life-
Saving Advanced Ambulance to the Community Health Centre (CHC) at Bokajan, Assam. The ambulance,
donated under a CSR initiative by Richardson & Cruddas Ltd. in coordination with CCI Bokajan, is expected
to significantly strengthen emergency medical services in Bokajan and adjoining areas, enabling critical
patients to be transported to advanced hospitals in Diphu, Jorhat, and Dimapur.
Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Union Minister highlighted how the
Hon’ble PM’s visionary initiative since January 2015, ensuring that a Union Minister visits the
Northeast every 15 days has transformed the region’s development landscape. “This reflects our
government’s strong commitment to fast-paced development, connectivity and prosperity for the
wonderful people of the Northeast, who truly deserve the best,” ShriKumaraswamy said.Bokajan Cement Plant on a revival path
Shri Kumaraswamy also reviewed operations and progress at the CCI Bokajan Cement Plant, a unit
of Cement Corporation of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Commissioned in
1976, the plant has an annual capacity of 1.98 lakh metric tonnes and produces 43-grade Ordinary
Portland Cement (OPC) and Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC). After facing losses for several
years, the Bokajan unit has returned to profitability in the last three years.
“Thanks to the indomitable spirit of the people of the Northeast, Bokajan has seen a remarkable
turnaround. With expansion plans under active consideration, we aim to increase employment
fivefold and further strengthen industrial activity in Assam,” the Minister stated. Currently, CCI
Bokajan provides employment to approximately 450 direct employees and 1,000 indirect workers.
Focus on sustainability and industrial growth
During his previous visit to CCI Bokajan on September 21, Shri Kumaraswamy inaugurated the
Commissioning of a Hot Air Duct to Raw Mills Project and laid the foundation stone of a 1 MW Solar Power
Project. The Hot Air Duct is already saving around 11 tonnes of coal per day, while the Solar Project,
expected to be commissioned shortly, will further improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, aligning
with India’s renewable energy goals.
He reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to boosting the plant’s operations, exploring possibilities for further
industrial growth in the region and utilising available resources of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council
(KAAC) to set up new industries.
Community-first healthcare effortsThe Life-Saving Advanced Ambulance, formally requested by local MLA and Deputy Speaker of the Assam
Legislative Assembly Dr. Numal Momin, will fill a critical gap in emergency medical services in Bokajan.
The CHC currently faces limitations in handling serious and emergency cases. Patients can now be safely
transferred to tertiary care hospitals in nearby towns, ensuring timely treatment and saving lives.
“The ambulance will benefit not only the people of Bokajan but also nearby areas like Chandrapur,
Sukhanjan, Sarihajan, Dillai, Hidpi, Madhopur and Khatkhati,” Shri Kumaraswamy said. He thanked
Shri Tuliram Ronghang, Chief Executive Member of KAAC, Dr. Momin, and the people of Bokajan
for their support and partnership in these initiatives.
Reaffirming the Ministry’s focus on a self-reliant Northeast, Shri Kumaraswamy added, “Under the
leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, we are determined to empower every
community through stronger industries, sustainable growth, and enhanced social infrastructure.
Together, we will build a truly Atmanirbhar Bharat.”
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