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EFICON 2026 Commences in Chandigarh, Bringing Together 700+ Public Health Leaders

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

PGI Chandigarh #190639 - 02-Oct-2026 04:57 PM

*Swachhata Hi Seva 2026,*- *PGIMER Chandigarh Honours SafaiMitras and Campaign Winners as Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Concludes on Gandhi Jayanti*

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

PGI Chandigarh #190637 - 02-Oct-2026 04:28 PM

Allied 3600 CME and Workshop Trains 100 Technicians and Paramedics from Across India

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.

PGI Chandigarh #190602 - 01-Oct-2026 05:48 PM

The Advanced Pediatrics Centre, PGIMER, Chandigarh, organised a one-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme, " Adolescents at Risk: From Early Identification to Intervention," on September 29, 2026.

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.

PGI Chandigarh #190567 - 30-Sep-2026 04:54 PM

Prof. Sanjay Jain, Dean (Academic) PGIMER honored 05 officers/officials on their superannuation today

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

PGI Chandigarh #190564 - 30-Sep-2026 04:33 PM

The 5th AIIMS–MAMC–PGI Series: 5th Course on Musculoskeletal and Breast Imaging was successfully conducted on September 26–27, 2026, at the NINE Auditorium, Department of Radiodiagnosis & Imaging, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.

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

PGI Chandigarh #190496 - 28-Sep-2026 03:31 PM

PGIMER Director, Prof Vivek Lal Announces Institutionalization of Regular Resident-Welfare Interactions at PGIMER*

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

PGI Chandigarh #190466 - 27-Sep-2026 02:58 PM

PGIMER Pediatric Dentistry Team Secures Second Place in National Quiz

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.

PGI Chandigarh #190432 - 26-Sep-2026 02:09 PM

AIIMS–MAMC–PGI Academic Collaboration Continues with 5th Course on Musculoskeletal and Breast Imaging at PGIMER

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

PGI Chandigarh #190407 - 25-Sep-2026 05:17 PM

Dignity in Dementia-PGIMER Sounds Alarm on Rising Dementia Burden; Stresses Early Diagnosis and Caregiver Support

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

PGI Chandigarh #190261 - 21-Sep-2026 04:57 PM

27-Year-Old Road Accident Victim Becomes Organ Donor; Kidneys Give Second Lease of Life to Two Renal Failure Patients and Corneas Gift of Sight to Two More, thereby impacting Four Lives at PGIMER

“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

PGI Chandigarh #190235 - 20-Sep-2026 06:18 PM

PGIMER's Three-day conference on "Mastering the Precision and Newer Techniques in Joint Replacement" concludes successfully

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

PGI Chandigarh #190231 - 20-Sep-2026 05:47 PM

PGIMER Chandigarh under the aegis ARTHROPLASTY SOCIETY OF TRICITY Hosts Annual PGI Arthroplasty Conference 2026 on Precision and Newer Techniques in Joint Replacement

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

PGI Chandigarh #190185 - 18-Sep-2026 05:21 PM

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PGI Chandigarh #190179 - 18-Sep-2026 04:51 PM

PGIMER में हिंदी दिवस पर हिंदी के व्यापक प्रयोग का आह्वान

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

PGI Chandigarh #190146 - 17-Sep-2026 06:04 PM

PGI Hosts 20 Swedish Medical Students for Two-Week Elective Exchange

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.

PGI Chandigarh #190139 - 17-Sep-2026 05:12 PM

Thalassaemic Charitable Trust organized its 341st Blood Donation Camp

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

PGI Chandigarh #189077 - 15-Sep-2026 05:11 PM

*PGIMER Chandigarh's Project SARATHI Receives National Recognition for Transforming Patient Navigation and Safety*

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

PGI Chandigarh #189041 - 14-Sep-2026 05:40 PM

PGIMER Chandigarh Successfully Concludes 8th Public Health Policy and Management Programme, Strengthening Global Health Cooperation and South-South Partnerships

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."

PGI Chandigarh #189038 - 14-Sep-2026 04:25 PM

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PGI Chandigarh #188977 - 12-Sep-2026 11:33 AM