CHANDIGARH, 11.11.25-
LAMP LIGHTING CEREMONY, NINE, PGIMER, CHANDIGARH
National Institute of Nursing Education, SNA Unit, PGIMER, Chandigarh organized lamp lighting and oath taking ceremony for the 54th batch of B.Sc. Nursing first year (4 years) course students on 10th November, 2025. This ceremony is held every year before the induction of students to clinical areas. Prof. (Dr.) Vipin Koushal, Medical Superintendent, PGIMER, Chandigarh was the chief guest of the day and Mrs. Jaspal Kaur (Chief Nursing Officer) and Dr. Navneet Dhaliwal (Additional Professor, Department of Hospital Administration) joined the program as Guest of Honour. Deputy Nursing Superintendents, Assistant nursing superintendents and representatives of CNE Cell of PGI also graced the occasion.
Dr. Sukhpal Kaur, Principal, NINE welcomed the guests. She emphasized the importance of lamp lighting ceremony in the nursing profession and contribution of Florence Nightingale, the "Pioneer of Nursing Profession" in the field of nursing.
Prof. (Dr.) Vipin Koushal focused the attention of the audience to highlight the crucial role of nurses in patient care and asked the students to be honest, punctual, sincere and empathetic while working with the patients. He motivated them to work wholeheartedly and enthusiastically with the patients. Sir also highlighted the role of Ms. Florence Nightingale in upbringing the profession and motivated the novice students to follow the footsteps of the Pioneer.
Mrs. Jaspal Kaur emphasized on being empathetic & working with solicitude in clinical areas with patients. Dr. Navneet Dhaliwal stressed on prioritisation of all round development of students, discipline, and compassionate nursing care. The event concluded with lamp lighting and oath taking by the students delivered by Dr. Sunita Sharma, Associate Professor, NINE, PGIMER. The ceremony was completed after vote of thanks by Mrs. Shruti, SNA advisor UT branch Chandigarh. The student SNA executives Ms Neha, Ms Riya yadav and Ms Kashish actively participated in organizing the program.
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*Dr. Sandeep Patel Develops New “Patel–Dhillon Classification” for Ankle Malunion*
Dr. Sandeep Patel, Associate Professor of Orthopaedics at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has developed a new classification system for Ankle Malunion — the Patel–Dhillon Classification. This is the first comprehensive and structured classification that encompasses all types of ankle malunions, providing surgeons with a detailed framework for assessment and management.
The classification has been published in the reputed Indian Journal of Orthopaedics, marking a significant academic contribution from PGIMER to the field of trauma and reconstructive orthopaedic surgery.
Ankle malunion refers to fractures around the ankle that have healed in an improper position, often due to neglect or inadequate fixation. These complex deformities can cause pain, instability, and arthritis if not addressed appropriately. Traditionally, such cases were managed with ankle fusion (arthrodesis), sacrificing joint motion to relieve pain. However, with recent advances in orthopaedic reconstruction, joint-preserving corrective osteotomies have emerged as viable options in select patients.
The Patel–Dhillon Classification serves as a practical guide to help surgeons understand the anatomical and mechanical aspects of various malunion patterns, thereby assisting in selecting the optimal corrective procedure. This classification aims to improve clinical outcomes by promoting joint preservation wherever feasible.
Speaking about the significance of this work, *Dr. Sandeep Patel said, “Ankle malunions have long been considered difficult to manage, with fusion often seen as the only solution. Through this classification, we aim to provide clarity and direction to surgeons in analyzing the deformity comprehensively and choosing corrective, joint-preserving procedures wherever possible. It represents an important step toward restoring both form and function in patients who otherwise would have lost their ankle joint.”*