ITANAGAR, OCT 24:

The 24th CardioCon Arunachal 2026, the annual conference of the Cardiological Society of India (CSI), North East Chapter, commenced at the Donyi Polo International Hotel here, bringing together cardiologists and healthcare professionals from across the region.

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju attended the inaugural ceremony as the chief guest and expressed hope that the conference would facilitate meaningful deliberations and contribute to advancements in cardiac care and healthcare services across the Northeast.

In a social media post, Rijiju said he was delighted to attend the conference and extended his best wishes to the organisers and participants, expressing optimism that the event would help strengthen cardiac healthcare services in the region.

State Health and Family Welfare Minister Biyuram Wahge, MLA Dr Mohesh Chai and members of the medical fraternity attended the inaugural ceremony.

Among those present were organising chairperson Dr Rinchin Dorjee Megeji, organising secretary-cum-treasurer Dr Tony Ete, patron-in-chief Dr Naba Kumar Bezbaruah and patron Dr Animesh Mishra.

The annual conference provides a platform for medical professionals to exchange knowledge, discuss developments in cardiovascular medicine and explore ways to improve cardiac healthcare delivery across the Northeast.