The Assam government has issued a formal directive prohibiting the practice of stopping ambulances to facilitate the movement of VIP convoys. This policy shift follows a recent public controversy regarding traffic management and emergency vehicle access in the state.

Reports surrounding the incident have focused on a specific case involving a patient at the Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH). While initial public concern suggested that a VIP convoy might have impeded the patient's transit, both the hospital administration and the patient’s family have publicly stated that the death was not linked to any traffic delays. According to these sources, the patient was suffering from cirrhosis, a chronic medical condition, which was the primary cause of the outcome.

The government's new order aims to ensure that emergency services are prioritized, regardless of the presence of high-profile officials on the road. By formalizing this stance, the administration seeks to prevent future public confusion and ensure that medical transport remains unhindered by security protocols. While the specific incident that triggered the directive has been clarified as unrelated to the patient's passing, the government’s move reflects a broader effort to address public sensitivity regarding the intersection of VIP security and essential public services.