President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, presided over the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS Kalyani, delivering a heartfelt and motivational address to the graduating medical students. Her words were not just congratulatory but also a call to action—urging young doctors to serve society with commitment, compassion, and lifelong curiosity.
Celebrating the First Graduates of AIIMS Kalyani
This convocation marked a historic moment. The first graduating batch of AIIMS Kalyani is now set to step into a world full of healthcare challenges and opportunities. President Murmu acknowledged their unique place in the institute’s legacy. “You are the senior-most alumni,” she said, “and you will shape the future of this institution.”
The students were encouraged to uphold the identity and values of AIIMS Kalyani as its first torchbearers.
Doctors as Agents of Change in Modern India
The President emphasized the vital role doctors play beyond clinics and hospitals. “At independence, our life expectancy was only 32 years,” she noted. “Today, it’s over 70.” This massive improvement, she said, was largely due to advances in medicine, public health policies, and especially the dedicated work of doctors across India.
India’s recent success in being declared trachoma-free is one such example of healthcare progress, she added. However, lifestyle diseases like diabetes, heart ailments, and obesity continue to grow. “In combating these, your role is even more crucial than that of the government,” she urged.
Lifelong Learning in Medical Science
Medical science evolves every day. The President reminded students to remain updated with new research and methods. “Be lifelong learners,” she advised. “Stay curious, adapt to innovation, and lead the change in medical practices.”
This message was especially timely in the context of AIIMS institutions, which are seen as hubs of research and innovation in India’s healthcare ecosystem.
Upholding Dr B.C. Roy’s Legacy
Drawing inspiration from Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the founder of Kalyani and a legendary physician, President Murmu encouraged doctors to serve the poor selflessly. “Even as Chief Minister, Dr Roy treated patients for free,” she said. “You must follow his example and make AIIMS Kalyani a National Pride.”
This call to merge professional excellence with ethical service resonated deeply with the audience of doctors, faculty, and policymakers.
Promoting Healthy Living Through Example
The President also focused on the lifestyle and conduct of medical professionals. “Most diseases today can be prevented with better diet and exercise,” she explained. Doctors, therefore, should not only prescribe medicines but also offer lifestyle advice to patients.
“When a doctor sets an example, it carries weight,” she noted. “Your way of living can inspire patients far more than words alone.”
Shaping the Future of Indian Healthcare
As India aims to become a global healthcare leader, institutions like AIIMS Kalyani are central to that mission. The President’s speech reflected the government’s vision of “Healthcare for All”—where affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare becomes the norm.
With policies such as Ayushman Bharat and PM-ABHIM being scaled up, the role of future-ready doctors will become even more vital.
A Convocation to Remember
President Murmu’s speech was not just ceremonial—it was a heartfelt address to a new generation of doctors. She urged them to lead by example, remain humble, stay informed, and above all, serve with heart.
In her final message, she said, “Your success is not just your own. It belongs to the patients you will heal, the families you will comfort, and the communities you will uplift.”
The future of Indian healthcare looks promising—and much of that promise rests on the shoulders of graduates like those from AIIMS Kalyani.
