*The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has once again reaffirmed its position among the nation’s premier healthcare institutions by securing 2nd Rank in the Medical Category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, announced today by Sh. Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Government of India, at a ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

Prof. S.S. Pandav, Head of Advanced Eye Centre, warmly welcomed Prof. Namrata Sharma (Chairman, Scientific Committee, AIOS), Dr. Prashant Bawankule (Chairman, ARC), Dr. Tinku Bali (Coordinator, Member ARC North Zone), and esteemed faculty from across India

To mark the 40th National Eye Donation Fortnight, PGIMER Eye Bank, in collaboration with Lions Club Central and GMCH Eye Bank, organized an awareness walk from Rock Garden to Sukhna Lake with the aim of spreading the noble message of eye donation.

Dr. Sukhpal Kaur, Principal of NINE, emphasized the importance of such initiatives in sensitizing nursing students toward community health responsibilities as she said, "Nursing students are among the most vital healthcare providers, and their involvement in spreading awareness about eye donation can make a significant difference at the grassroots level".

*The program was inaugurated by Prof. R.K. Ratho, Dean (Academic), Sh. Pankaj Rai, Deputy Director (Admn.) and Prof. Vipin Kaushal, Medical Superintendent and Head, Department of Hospital Administration, PGI, Chandigarh.*Being the Organizing Chairperson of the conference, Dr. Nancy Sahni, Chief Dietician & Head of the Department, emphasized the relationship between nutritional science and exercise performance, muscle recovery and improved endurance.

Highlighting the significance of eye donation, Dr. S S Pandav, Professor & Head of the Advanced Eye Centre at PGI, stated, "Eye donation is a precious gift that transforms lives. Every pledge made brings hope to many who are waiting for a chance to regain their vision. Let us all pledge to donate eyes and help restore the gift of sight to those in need."

The program was led by Organising Chairperson, Prof. Davinder Parsad; Scientific Chairperson, Prof. Sunil Dogra; and Organising Secretary, Dr Vinay Keshavmurthy. Prof. Sanjeev Handa, Sub-dean research PGIMER, Head of the Department of Dermatology at PGIMER formally inaugurated the event with Prof Balachandra Ankad, Founding President of the Dermatoscopy Society of India, while Dr G P Thami, Director Principal, GMCH 32, Chandigarh, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.

*3 Brave Heart Donor Families amid their own grief, **Give Gift of Life to 9 and Gift of Sight to 2 more, **Impacting 11 lives and kindling Hope in Many More *

Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Kapil Goel, Associate Professor and Faculty In-charge of the Urban Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Sector 25, welcomed the guests and participants, highlighting the commitment of PGIMER and partner organizations towards building a healthy, addiction-free, and mentally strong society.

Prof. Vivek, Lal(Director) PGIMER Honoured 11 officers/officials on their superannuation today by giving speech & presenting mementos to them

Speaking about these initiatives, Prof. S.S. Pandav, Head, Department of Ophthalmology, PGIMER , said, “The gift of sight is one of the most profound acts of humanity. Eye donation not only restores vision but also restores hope and dignity to those living in darkness".

Commending the initiative of CHM students, Prof. S. S. Pandav, Head, Advanced Eye Centre, PGIMER , said, "The greatest service one can render is to give another person the gift of sight. Eye donation is a simple act, yet it holds the power to change futures.

The Department of Telemedicine at PGIMER has garnered international attention, attracting delegates from various countries. Notably, representatives from different nations visited the department on 27th August 2025

Prof. Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER, stated, “This ground-breaking approach exemplifies how tailored, cost-effective solutions can revolutionize patient management, especially in resource-limited settings like ours. We are proud to lead in this field and improve the quality of life for our dialysis patients.”

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Prof. Surinder S. Pandav, Head, Deptt. of Ophthalmology, Prof Amit Gupta, Prof Chintan Malhotra, Dr Parul Chawla Gupta and senior members of Lions Club Central Chandigarh ( Mr Satish Bhaskar, Mr Sanjeev Sethi, Mr Harish Goyal, Mrs Soniya Arora, Mr Behl and Mr Sanjeev Gupta) engaged with the media during a press meet

Organized under the leadership of Dr. Amit Gupta, President of COS, and Dr. Parul Ichhpujani, Secretary of COS, the conference offered a rich academic experience featuring cutting-edge discussions, expert-led sessions, and opportunities for professional networking.

The Department of Orthopaedics at PGIMER has taken a landmark step by introducing the first PGI Basic Orthopaedic Trauma Course, a precursor to a series of advanced and master-level programmes planned for the coming years.

“PGI means responsibility and delivery—never giving up, but doing everything possible for the patient," stated Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER, as he commended the institute’s healthcare workers for their unwavering commitment, passion, and dedication.

The Department of Experimental Medicine and Biotechnology at PGIMER, Chandigarh, successfully organized an insightful Industry Lecture on 12.08.2025, featuring esteemed expert Dr. Ashish K. Dubey, a distinguished professional in the field of biotechnology and genomics, and Founder of Gene Print Life Sciences, and Institute of Eminence Science and Research.