President Murmu urges young doctors to serve rural and tribal areas lacking quality healthcare during AIIMS-Gorakhpur convocation. She emphasizes empathy, service to humanity, and the role of technology in healthcare. At IVRI Bareilly, she promotes ‘One Health’ and innovation in veterinary sciences for national growth.
President Droupadi Murmu, while addressing the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS-Gorakhpur on Monday, called upon young doctors to dedicate their careers to serving underprivileged sections of society, especially those in rural and tribal areas. She emphasized that these regions still lack access to high-quality healthcare services, and young medical professionals have a duty to bridge this gap.
Highlighting the critical role of doctors in the development of society and the nation, President Murmu remarked, “Doctors are not just healers of illness; they lay the foundation of a healthy society.” She called on young medical graduates to see their profession as a service to humanity rather than a mere career path.
The President stressed the importance of compassion and empathy in the medical profession. She urged educational institutions to instill these values from the beginning of medical education. “Medical education should include doctor-patient communication, trust building, and the role of empathy in healing,” she said. According to her, these are not just soft skills but essential components of a responsible and humane healthcare system.
Murmu also reminded the graduating doctors that honest and compassionate practice is key to earning the trust of patients. “Let honesty and compassion be an integral part of your personality,” she advised, noting that ethical conduct and sincerity are essential for building strong doctor-patient relationships.
She reiterated that only healthy citizens can contribute meaningfully to national progress. Thus, strengthening healthcare services in rural and tribal areas will directly impact India’s developmental goals.
Later in the day, the President attended the convocation ceremony of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Bareilly, where she highlighted the rising global relevance of the ‘One Health’ approach. This concept recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, especially in light of increasing zoonotic diseases.
“The concept of ‘One Health’ stresses the importance of treating human and animal health as interconnected. Humans, domestic and wild animals, flora, and the environment are all interdependent,” she said. Murmu emphasized that IVRI, as a premier veterinary institution, could play a crucial role in advancing research and preventive measures in this space.
She also spoke about the power of technology in transforming veterinary care. Murmu encouraged the use of innovations like genome editing, artificial intelligence, embryo transfer technologies, and big data analytics to revolutionize animal healthcare. “These technologies can help empower veterinary hospitals and bring low-cost, indigenous solutions to animal treatment and nutrition,” she stated.
In a strong message to the veterinary graduates, the President praised their choice to serve “innocent and voiceless animals.” She urged them to pursue innovation and entrepreneurship in animal sciences. “Your work can not only contribute to the welfare of animals but also open doors for employment generation and strengthen the rural economy,” she said.
Murmu emphasized the importance of start-ups in animal healthcare and nutrition. She encouraged the young graduates to become job creators by initiating ventures that promote sustainable animal farming, veterinary research, and welfare.
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Her remarks come at a time when India is focusing on rural development, healthcare access, and leveraging science and technology for societal benefit. By placing the spotlight on underserved regions and animal welfare, President Murmu reinforced her commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.
Both convocation ceremonies concluded with words of encouragement and inspiration from the President, who praised the dedication and potential of young graduates. Her address was a reminder that while modern medicine and technology hold promise, empathy, service, and social responsibility remain at the heart of medical and veterinary professions.
