-Demonstrating exceptional academic and research leadership in the field of Public Health Dentistry, Dr. Arpit Gupta, Additional Professor at the Oral Health Sciences Centre, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh,has been honoured with the Mani Bhagyalakshmi IAPHD Silver Jubilee Endowment Award – 2025.

DIRECTOR PGI SH. VIVEK LAL POSSESSED A GREAT QUALITY TO HONOUR ALWAYS THOSE WHO ARE SAYING GOODBYE TO PGI AFTER SERVING IT FOR A LONG PERIOD.

इस मौके पर एनबीएफ के संस्थापक व राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष डा० अनिरुद्ध उनियाल ने कहा कि श्री गुरु तेग़ बहादुर साहिब जी न्याय एवं त्याग की प्रतिमूर्ति हैं

“Samvidhan Diwas is not merely a day of remembrance—it is a powerful reminder of our duties as citizens and healthcare professionals,” stated Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER , as he led the instlitute in commemorating Samvidhan Diwas (Constitution Day) today at PGIMER Chandigarh.

*Dr Ashima Goyal, Senior Professor of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry at the Oral Health Sciences Centre, PGIMER, Chandigarh, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Indian Society of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry (ISPPD) at its 46th Annual Conference in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

*Awareness, Early Action and Disciplined Lifestyle Modification are the Cornerstones of Safeguarding India’s Heart Health.” — Prof. (Dr.) Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER

PGIMER Advanced Eye Centre Holds Myopia Awareness Week to highlight the rising incidence of Childhood myopia or Near-sightedness

The workshop was conducted by lead trainers Dr Sushma Kumari Saini, Associate Professor at the National Institute of Nursing Education, PGIMER, Chandigarh, and Dr Ashutosh Kumar, Assistant Professor at NIPER SAS Nagar, Mohali.

The entire event was meticulously planned, conceptualized by Prof. Dheeraj Khurana with close collaboration with the NINE (Dr. Sukhpal Kaur, Dr. Manju Dhandapani, and Dr. Kavita N and their dedicated team) ensuring its smooth execution and impactful outcomes

Receiving the award, Prof. Parashar said, “This honour reflects the collective commitment of our entire team at PGIMER. Our partnership with Smile Train and our longstanding craniofacial services have helped thousands of families, and this recognition motivates us to further elevate the standard of care for children born with cleft and craniofacial conditions.”

This year, under the leadership of Dr. Sanjay K. Bhadada, Professor & HoD, the Department of Endocrinology conducted an interactive session in the OPD where the doctors from the department discussed the various aspects related to diabetes with the patients in an open forum.

THE BODIES OF LARGE NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS DETAILS IN WRITE UP HAD BEEN DONATED

Receives ICMR Clearance for 47 Major Research Projects in 2025

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Theme - AMPUTATION FREE INDIA -Walk a mile to live with a Smile

### *NAMSCON 2025: PGIMER Hosts CME on Sleep Disorders and Hands-on Workshop on Allergy* *Experts call for greater awareness and multidisciplinary care to tackle sleep and allergic airway disorders*

“Integrity is the Moral Compass that Must Guide the Science of Healing” — Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh, Hon’ble Governor of Haryana “India must not remain a consumer of AI but emerge as its creator — developing ethical, patient-centric solutions that serve humanity.” Vinod Kumar Paul, Member, NITI Aayog, “Every rupee invested at PGIMER yields fiftyfold value in patient care — a testament to our compassion, efficiency, and dedication,” Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER.

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She stressed early detection by parents/teachers via age milestones and urged routine screenings

The symposium was inaugurated by Prof. Sanjay Jain, Dean (Research) PGIMER, who praised the initiative and emphasized the Institute’s ongoing commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration in enhancing patient-centered care.