AGIHF
A Joint Venture
between Govt. of Assam
and IIT Guwahati
About Us
The Assam Advanced Health Innovation Institute (AAHII) is a groundbreaking initiative born out of a visionary partnership between the Government of Assam and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati. This ambitious endeavor aims to revolutionize health sciences and technology in India and globally. To realize this vision, the Assam Government IIT-G Healthcare Foundation (AGIHF)—a Section 8 company—has been established to oversee and drive the institution’s long-term strategy under the dynamic leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma.
At its core, AAHII is dedicated to advancing excellence in research and development (R&D) across frontier areas of health sciences and state-of-the-art healthcare technologies. With a steadfast commitment to improving human health, AAHII aspires to become a hub of innovation, where transformative solutions to global health challenges are envisioned, developed, and implemented.
The name “AAHII” derives inspiration from the Sanskrit word Atma (आत्मा), meaning soul—the essence of life itself. This embodies the institute’s mission to profoundly impact and enhance the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and the world at large.
Key Milestones
- The journey of AAHII officially began on 30th September 2022 with the incorporation of the Assam Government IIT-G Healthcare Foundation (AGIHF).
- A significant milestone was achieved on 14th April 2023, when the Foundation Stone for AAHII was laid by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma, marking the beginning of a transformative chapter in health innovation.
- Campus construction advertisement floated on 27th August 2024.
- Starting the collaboration between doctor and scientist by organizing a ground breaking symposium on 8th November 2024.
- Construction to commence from 15th January 2025 (expected)
Our Vision
AAHII envisions becoming a global leader in R&D in frontier health sciences and emerging healthcare technologies. The institute seeks to create a vibrant, interdisciplinary ecosystem where cutting-edge research converges with real-world applications to address critical health challenges.
With a focus on areas such as precision medicine, bioinformatics, health data analytics, robotics, and stem cell therapy, AAHII strives to:
- Develop innovative solutions that improve healthcare delivery systems.
- Enhance patient outcomes through groundbreaking therapies and technologies.
- Contribute to the global advancement of medical knowledge and practices.
Integration of the Indian System of Medicine
AAHII is equally committed to integrating India’s traditional systems of medicine, such as Ayurveda, Yoga, and other indigenous practices, into modern healthcare frameworks. Through rigorous research and the creation of scientific evidence, the institute aims to validate and enhance the efficacy of these time-honored approaches. By blending traditional knowledge with cutting-edge scientific methods, AAHII seeks to unlock new pathways for holistic healthcare solutions, providing a unique and comprehensive approach to addressing global health challenges.
Through this initiative, AAHII aims to redefine healthcare innovation, making a lasting impact on health systems in India and beyond.
Our Infrastructure and Focus Areas
Located in Assam, AAHII will feature a state-of-the-art campus with a strong emphasis on integrated health innovation. The institute will initially establish six Centres of Excellence (CoEs), each focusing on specific cutting-edge areas such as Invasive to non-invasive diagnostics, Personalized medicine, Multi scale robotics, Nano-therapeutics, Integrated medicine, Machine learning and big data in ICU Setting, Rehabilitation robots. These CoEs will serve as hubs for interdisciplinary research, bringing together the brightest minds from diverse fields to collaborate on ground breaking solutions.
The institute will be complemented by a 500-bed super-specialty hospital, designed to fulfil the state’s current need in advanced medical care. This hospital will be a centre for high-end treatments like robotic surgery, precision medicine, and integrated medicine—areas where there is a significant gap in the region's healthcare offerings.
Academic Excellence and Talent Development
AAHII will not only serve as a research and healthcare hub but will also focus on nurturing the next generation of health professionals, researchers, and scientists. The institute will offer PG medical courses, along with PhD and M.Tech programs in health sciences and medical technologies. The goal is to create a national talent pool of innovators and specialists, equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to advance healthcare globally.
The stellar engineering and life-sciences faculty at IIT Guwahati will collaborate with leading super-specialist medical faculty to provide world-class academic and research mentorship. AAHII will also foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem, inspiring IIT students to create new med-tech start-ups that address critical healthcare needs.
