Raphael Warjri

Shillong, October 27, 2023 – The Hon’ble Governor of Meghalaya, Shri Phagu
Chauhan today inaugurated the 21 st Annual Conference of the Cardiological Society
of India (North East Chapter) (CSINE) at Marriot Hotel, Shillong in the presence of
the Director of North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health & Medical
Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), Prof. (Dr) Nalin Mehta who graced the occasion as the
Guest of Honour.
The Conference organized by the Cardiological Society of India (North East Chapter)
in collaboration with NEIGRIHMS will be held from the 27 th – 29 th of October 2023
with the aim of providing a platform for cardiologists from different parts of the
country to enhance knowledge, review innovative techniques, learn the best
guidelines from stalwarts in the field, and communicate, collaborate and form
associations
Addressing the Conference, the Hon’ble Governor citing changing lifestyle as the
main cause of diseases from children to the elderly, he expressed concern about the
rising number of sudden cardiac deaths in India, especially in the North East region.
He lauded the Conference and stated that it was a significant step towards raising
awareness about heart disease and encouraging collaboration among experts in the
field.
The Hon’ble Governor also commended the state of Meghalaya for its significant
progress in improving healthcare infrastructure. He said that the state was committed
to supporting the medical community's efforts in the field of cardiology and was
making necessary investments in cutting-edge treatment facilities.
The Governor urged the experts present at the conference to have productive
discussions, foster new partnerships, and look into innovative ways to prevent and
treat cardiovascular diseases. He said that the ideas, solutions, and knowledge
shared at the conference would benefit not only the state of Meghalaya but also all of
humanity.
To mark the occasion, the Hon’ble Governor also released a Souvenir on the day.
CARDIOCON 2023 is participated by eminent national and regional faculties and is
expected to be attended by large number of delegates from the North East. As part
of the Conference there will be Workshops, Panel Discussions, Debates and guest
lectures on important topics.