The President Murmu graces the first convocation of AIIMS Bilaspur,HP

The President Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced the first convocation of AIIMS Bilaspur in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, today .Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the primary objective of the medical profession should be to serve humanity. She highlighted that a sick person visiting a doctor carries not only the fear and uncertainty associated with their illness but also hope. She emphasised that the empathy and compassionate behaviour of doctors gives courage to the patient, apart from their knowledge and skills that treat the patient. She urged doctors to embrace sensitivity and compassion while striving for excellence in their profession.

The President said that quality medical care at a minimal cost is the hallmark of AIIMS. She said that for the people of the country, AIIMS signifies medical treatment by the nation’s most competent doctors. She said that many AIIMS have been established across various parts of the country with the objectives of enabling a larger number of people to benefit from this trust and allowing more meritorious students to receive top-tier medical education and serve the nation.UPDATED ON 6TH OCT 2026)