Gorakhpur: In a landmark event for the region and the country, President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, graced the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS Gorakhpur on June 30, 2025, in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Her presence underscored the national importance of this premier institution in enhancing access to quality medical education and healthcare services in eastern India.
🌐 AIIMS – A Symbol of India’s Medical Excellence
In her address, President Murmu remarked that
“The name AIIMS instantly brings to mind world-class treatment, cutting-edge diagnostics, and dedicated doctors.”
She noted that AIIMS institutions, including the one in Gorakhpur, are symbols of India’s evolving medical capabilities and are integral to providing hope and healing to millions. She praised their role in promoting innovation—from surgical technologies and early diagnostics to blending AYUSH with allopathy, setting new benchmarks in medical education and research.
🏥 AIIMS Gorakhpur: A Rising Healthcare Beacon for Eastern India
President Murmu applauded the remarkable progress made by AIIMS Gorakhpur in a short span, especially in education, research, and affordable healthcare delivery. Serving not just Uttar Pradesh, but also bordering regions of Bihar and Nepal, the institution is emerging as a regional center of medical excellence.
She commended the institute for making affordable, quality healthcare accessible across all socioeconomic classes, in line with the original vision of setting up AIIMS-like institutions nationwide.
🩺 Doctors as Architects of a Healthy India
Stressing the pivotal role of doctors in building a healthy society, President Murmu said:
“Doctors not only treat diseases, but also lay the foundation of a healthy nation.”
She urged young doctors to dedicate themselves to serving the underserved, especially in rural and tribal areas where healthcare access is limited. She expressed confidence that the new generation of medical professionals would bring compassionate care to the remotest corners of the country.
🤝 Empathy & Communication: Core to Medical Ethics
Highlighting the importance of empathy in medicine, the President appealed to all stakeholders in medical education to create an ecosystem where doctors are trained not just in clinical skills, but also in doctor-patient communication, emotional intelligence, and ethical practice.
She said:
“Medicine is not just a profession—it is a service to humanity. Let compassion and honesty be the foundation of your life and practice.”
🎓 A Call to Serve with Knowledge and Kindness
As AIIMS Gorakhpur sent its first batch of graduates into the world, President Murmu’s powerful words served as a guiding light. The ceremony was a celebration of India’s growing healthcare infrastructure, as well as a reminder that true progress lies in inclusive, compassionate, and accessible medical service for all.
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