PGIMER's 39th Convocation: Union Minister Nadda Urges Graduates to Give Back to Society
39th convocation of PGIMER: Time to give back to society, Nadda tells graduating doctors
Hindustan Times
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During the 39th convocation of the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, Union Minister of Health Jagat Prakash Nadda emphasized the importance of giving back to society, stating the government invests approximately ₹30-35 lakh (around $36,000 to $42,000 USD) per medical student annually. A total of 682 graduates received their degrees, with 95 medals awarded for academic excellence.
- 01Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda stressed the responsibility of medical graduates to contribute to society.
- 02The government invests ₹30-35 lakh (approximately $36,000 to $42,000 USD) annually per medical student.
- 03PGIMER conferred degrees to 682 graduates and awarded 95 medals for academic achievements.
- 04India's medical colleges have increased from 387 to 820 in the last decade.
- 05Undergraduate medical seats have risen from 51,000 to over 126,000, with plans for further expansion.
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At the 39th convocation of the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, addressed 682 graduating doctors, urging them to give back to society as a responsibility of their privileged medical education. He highlighted that the government spends approximately ₹30-35 lakh (around $36,000 to $42,000 USD) per student annually, emphasizing the need for graduates to repay this investment through service. Nadda also noted the government's commitment to expanding medical education, with plans to increase undergraduate and postgraduate seats significantly over the next five years. The event saw 95 medals awarded to meritorious students, including 18 gold, 37 silver, and 40 bronze medals. Nadda pointed out the transformation of India's healthcare landscape, noting the increase in medical colleges from 387 a decade ago to 820 today, and the rise in undergraduate seats from 51,000 to over 126,000. PGIMER Director Dr. Vivek Lal reaffirmed the institute's commitment to patient welfare and excellence in transplant medicine.
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The emphasis on giving back to society encourages new doctors to engage in community health initiatives, potentially improving healthcare access and quality.
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