Doctors are like gods to society; the government is committed to ensuring their safety and respect: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya conferred special honors upon eight physicians during the Indian Medical Association’s (IMA) annual function and award distribution ceremony. He stated that physicians must be provided with a safe and conducive environment to perform their duties fearlessly. There should be no instances of threats, pressure, or inappropriate behavior directed toward doctors or medical institutions. A positive approach is essential for addressing the practical challenges encountered in the operation of hospitals, as well as issues related to obtaining necessary permits and other operational concerns. At the same time, medical institutions must strictly adhere to established standards and prioritize the interests of their patients. The government remains committed to resolving the challenges faced by physicians and improving the quality of medical services.He commended the efforts of IMA Lucknow in areas such as medical education, expert lectures, rural health camps, blood donation drives, CPR training, cancer awareness, and physician welfare. He remarked that the ancient ethos of "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" (may all be happy) embodies the spirit of universal human well-being. He urged physicians to continue working with this same spirit of service, ensuring that better healthcare facilities reach those in need.During the ceremony, Dr. Shweta Srivastava, Honorary Secretary of IMA Lucknow, presented an overview of the organization's activities throughout the year. Approximately 90 physicians were honored for their significant contributions to medical services, organizational support, and social initiatives. Special awards across various categories were presented to eight physicians: Dr. Archika Gupta, Dr. Neeraj Tandon, Dr. Rakesh Srivastava, Dr. Sanjay Srivastava, Dr. Seema Mehrotra, Dr. Shipra Nath, Dr. Sudha Singh, and Dr. Vandana Solanki.The event was attended by the guest of honor, Dr. Neeraj Bora (MLA, Lucknow North); Dr. Manoj Kumar Asthana, President of IMA Lucknow; Honorary Secretary Dr. Shweta Srivastava; as well as several senior physicians, office-bearers of the organization, and member doctors accompanied by their families.