The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today called upon medical institutions to strengthen research, foster innovation and develop solutions to pressing healthcare challenges, while addressing the 40th (Ruby Jubilee) Anniversary Celebrations of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Ruby Jubilee celebrations of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences in Vijayawada today. He called upon medical institutions to strengthen research and innovation to address humanity’s healthcare challenges, emphasising that technology must serve humanity and compassion remain at the heart of healthcare.
As part of the programme, the Vice-President joined the gathering in taking a pledge to say no to drugs and promote a drug-free society.He also released a souvenir commemorating the University’s 40-year journey. Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Chancellor of the University; Shri Kolusu Parthasarathy, Minister for Housing, Information and Public Relations, Government of Andhra Pradesh; Dr. P. Chandrasekhar, Vice-Chancellor of the University; Dr. M. K. Ramesh, President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board, National Medical Commission, and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Earlier on his arrival at Vijaywada airport, Vice President Shri C P Radhakrishnan was warmly received by Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Shri Nara Lokesh, Cabinet Minister , Govt. of Andhra Pradesh and other dignitaries.
Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan arrived at Vijayawada Airport today, where he was warmly received by Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Nara Lokesh, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, and Human Resources Development, and other dignitaries.