The Assam government on Wednesday announced that it will confer the highest state civilian award 'Assam Baibhav' on Mumbai-based medical practitioner Dr Tapan Saikia for his contribution towards cancer treatment. Addressing a press conference here after a cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Saikia is one of the patrons of Deepshikha Foundation and has rendered immense contribution towards generating awareness and early detection of cancer in Assam and Northeast.