Speaking on the occasion, *Prof. (Dr.) Kajal Jain,* Head, Department of Anaesthesia and Course Coordinator, DM in Trauma Anaesthesia and Acute Care, apprised the participants about recent changes in the algorithmic approach to life-saving interventions. She stressed the urgent need to create high-powered, multidisciplinary teams to ensure rapid response and better outcomes in trauma care.

From Data to Decisions: Institutionalising Data-Driven Leadership at the Centre of Public Health Dialogue “Without data integrity, there is no data-driven leadership,” said Dr. V K Paul, Former member NITI Aayog at EFICON 2026

Swachhata Awards ceremony recognises sanitation staff, healthcare workers, campus residents and children for their role in a cleaner PGIMER

The programme was graced by Prof. Sonu Goel, State Convener (Punjab, Himachal Pradesh & Chandigarh), NAMS, along with Prof. Ashok Kumar, Medical Superintendent and Prof. Sanjay Jain Dean Academics, PGIMER.

A major highlight was the presentation “Hidden in Plain Sight: Adverse Childhood Experiences Among Adolescents” by Dr Bhavneet Bharti, Professor & Head, Social Pediatrics, Advanced Pediatrics Centre, PGIMER, in which she shared preliminary observations from an ICMR-supported school-based study on ACEs.

Sh. Ravinder Singh, IA&AS, Financial Advisor-distributed the retirement financial payment letters.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Dr. M. S. Sandhu, Former Head of the Department of Radiodiagnosis, PGIMER, Chandigarh, as the Chief Guest.

*Leads Candid Dialogue with 200 Residents on Stress, Burnout and Workplace Well-being*

The team comprising Dr.Pavithra Devi, Assistant Professor and final-year JuniorResidents Dr. Sanjana and Dr.ShifaliTrikha participated in the national-level quiz and secured second place, representing the institute among participating pediatric dentistry teams from across the country.

“Academic collaboration is strengthening radiology education and translating advances in imaging into better patient care,” Prof.Akshay Kumar Saxena, Head, Radiodiagnosis & Imaging, PGIMER,

Newer Alzheimer’s medicines make early diagnosis crucial; PGIMER to introduce advanced body-fluid tests and patient support programme

“In Their Deepest Hour of Grief, Kuldeep’s Family Chose to Give Others a Second Chance at Life” “Their Personal Tragedy Became Hope for Others, Making Organ Donation a True Gift of Life”: Prof.VivekLal

“Annual PGI Arthroplasty Conference 2026 a Hugely Successful Academic Endeavour, Fostering Precision, Innovation and Practical Learning”: Prof.Vijay G.Goni, Organising Chairperson

“Technology can assist doctors but can never substitute human experience, compassion and the emotional touch,”: Prof. Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER

"देहदान-महादान-जरूर करें"-Body Donation/Embalming Helpline– 0172-2755201 (office hours), 9660030095 (24x7)

निदेशक प्रो. विवेक लाल ने हिंदी पुस्तक प्रदर्शनी का किया उद्घाटन, राजभाषा हिंदी के प्रचार-प्रसार का लिया संकल्प

The delegation began its visit with courtesy calls on the Director, PGI, Dr. (Prof.) Vivek Lal, and the Academic Dean, PGI, Dr. (Prof.) Sanjay Jain.

The Blood Donation Camp was inaugurated by the Sh. Rajinder Kumar Sharma, Councillor Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh. Smt Taruna Mehta Councillor, an Ex-Dy Mayor, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh blessed the voluntary blood donors

*Honoured as an Outstanding Best Practice in Patient Safety at National Patient Safety Conference 2026, Nagpur*

Reflecting on the decade-long journey of the initiative, Dr. Sonu Goel remarked, "Over the last ten years, IPHMDP has grown into a globally recognized model for leadership and management training. Rooted in India's timeless philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'- the world is one family -the program has gone beyond academic learning to build lasting partnerships, promote mutual trust, and foster international collaboration."