IMA Lucknow Honours Nearly 90 Doctors at Annual Celebration.

24 Oct 2026, Lucknow: The Indian Medical Association, Lucknow Branch, organised its Annual Celebration and Award Ceremony at IMA Bhawan, River Bank Colony. Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya, attended as Chief Guest. Dr. Neeraj Bora, MLA, Lucknow North, and Past President of IMA Lucknow, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.

The programme began with the General Body Meeting, followed by an award ceremony recognising nearly 90 doctors for their contributions to medical services, community welfare and the Association’s activities.

A Year of Medical Education, Community Service and Members’ Welfare

Presenting the annual activity report, Dr. Shweta Srivastava, Honorary Secretary, IMA Lucknow, outlined the branch’s initiatives during the year. Continuing medical education programmes, expert lectures and workshops provided opportunities for doctors to update their knowledge and clinical skills.

Rural health camps, cancer and disease awareness programmes, CPR training, blood donation activities and community health initiatives helped extend health information and services to the public.

She highlighted the Third State Working Committee Meeting of IMA Uttar Pradesh, held in Lucknow on 22 and 23 August 2026, as a major achievement of the session. The event brought doctors from across the state together for academic discussions and deliberations on organisational matters.

Sports competitions and the establishment of a gymnasium at IMA Bhawan encouraged doctors to prioritise their own health and well-being. The branch also worked to place concerns of the medical fraternity before public representatives and the appropriate authorities.

Dr. Shweta credited these achievements to the collective efforts of President Dr. Manoj Kumar Asthana, the Executive Committee, senior colleagues and participating members. She thanked everyone who contributed their time, resources and support.

Chief Guest’s Message: Proposed Summary for Confirmation

Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya highlighted the important role of doctors in society, emphasising that compassionate and dedicated medical care forms the foundation of a healthy community. He underlined the value of medical associations’ participation in public health awareness and efforts to reach people in need, and extended his best wishes to the award recipients.

Guest of Honour’s Message: Proposed Summary for Confirmation

Dr. Neeraj Bora recalled his association with IMA Lucknow and appreciated the branch’s academic, social service and members’ welfare initiatives. He emphasised the importance of unity within the medical fraternity, continuous learning and sensitivity towards patients and society. He congratulated President Dr. Manoj Kumar Asthana, Honorary Secretary Dr. Shweta Srivastava and their team.

Eight Doctors Receive Special Awards

The following doctors received this year’s special awards:

1. Dr. Archika Gupta: Dr. Manorama Agarwal Diamond Jubilee Silver Medal.
2. Dr. Neeraj Tandon: Shree Hukum Chand Jain Memorial Award for Cancer Work.
3. Dr. Rakesh Srivastava: Prabodh Kumar Majumdar Memorial Best General Medical Practitioner Award.
4. Dr. Sanjay Srivastava: Dr. H. N. Shivapuri Award.
5. Dr. Seema Mehrotra: Dr. (Mrs.) P. K. Misra, Dr. N. C. Misra Outstanding Meritorious Service Award.
6. Dr. Shipra Nath: Neera Nursing Home Best IMA Member of the Year Award.
7. Dr. Sudha Singh: Dr. H. C. Roy’s Pathologist of the Year Award.
8. Dr. Vandana Solanki: Triveni Devi Ram Sahai Memorial Best Research Workers of the Year Award.

Cultural Performances and Dandiya Mark the Celebrations

Following the award ceremony, IMA members presented songs, dances and other cultural performances. Doctors and their families enthusiastically participated in Dandiya and Garba. The gathering saw the participation of approximately 250 doctors and family members.

Dr. Manoj Kumar Asthana, President, IMA Lucknow, said the annual celebration offered the medical fraternity an opportunity to come together and strengthen personal and professional bonds. He thanked Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya and Dr. Neeraj Bora for their presence, and expressed his gratitude to all members, organising teams and families for their support.