- Musical and musical performances captivated the audience at ‘Euphoria-2026’; Chief Secretary said – technology will make you a competent doctor, but sensitivity will make you a better doctor
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur, organized its annual festival, “Impetus-2026.” Dedicated to the college’s 63-year-old academic tradition, students enthusiastically participated in various academic, literary, sports, and cultural activities. A cultural program, “Euphoria-2026,” was organized as part of the festival, where students showcased their talents with captivating performances in various musical genres. The winners of the competitions were honored by Chhattisgarh Government Chief Secretary Mr. Vikassheel at a program held in the college’s Atal Bihari Vajpayee auditorium on Wednesday evening. Medical Education Commissioner Mr. Ritesh Agarwal and former college dean Dr. Chandra Kumar Shukla were special guests at the event.
Presenting the Annual Report 2025–2026 to the Chief Guest, Dr. Vivek Chaudhary, Dean of the Medical College, stated that Pandit Nehru Medical College and Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital, Raipur, have achieved significant achievements in medical education, research, patient care, and institutional development in the 2025–2026 academic year. Approval was received from the National Medical Commission (NMC) to increase MBBS seats from 230 to 250. Significant steps were also taken toward the approval of new seats in super-specialty courses, the expansion of internship seats for foreign medical graduates from 17 to 64, and the expansion of postgraduate and allied health science courses. Initiatives such as a tele-education system connecting the state’s 10 government medical colleges, a teleradiology network, faculty training, and accreditation from national regulatory bodies have all contributed to strengthening the institution’s academic quality and administrative efficiency.
The hospital’s various departments, providing healthcare services to millions of patients, have achieved remarkable success in complex surgeries, maternal and child health, cancer treatment, ophthalmology, orthopedics, emergency medicine, and blood services. Along with the expansion of research and diagnostic facilities, civil construction work worth ₹140 crore, the purchase of modern medical equipment, the renovation of the central library, improvements to hostel facilities, smart classrooms, a children’s park, and other infrastructure have been developed. These achievements are the result of the collective efforts of the institute’s dedicated doctors, faculty, resident doctors, nursing officers, staff, and students, and the support of the Chhattisgarh government.
- Chief Secretary Shri Vikassheel gave the message to the students to become sensitive doctors.
While addressing the program, the chief guest of the program, Shri Vikassheel said that the dedication and enthusiasm with which the students of this medical college have organized this program is really commendable. There are three major challenges in the life of a medical student: studies, exams and adequate sleep. Often, one is able to maintain a balance between only two of these three. After passing the NEET exam, many students feel that the toughest challenge of life is over, but after getting admission in the medical college, they realize that NEET was just the beginning of a long series of exams.
I want to share three important things with you. First, medicine is a science, but it’s also an art. Technology and artificial intelligence can play a vital role in the medical field, but they cannot replace human empathy, compassion, and the ability to reassure a patient who is frightened by illness. To be a good doctor, understanding a patient’s emotions is essential, along with knowledge and technical proficiency. Second, be ambitious, but don’t take yourself too seriously. Life isn’t just about getting good marks, securing a rank, and securing admission to a postgraduate course. True success also lies in building good relationships, contributing to society, and becoming a better human being. Not every goal in life is achieved instantly. Learn to accept setbacks and unexpected circumstances and continue your efforts.
Third, don’t postpone the joys of your life. The friendships you make during your medical education, the moments spent in the dormitory, the late-night conversations, the cultural programs, music, dance, and sports—all of these will become precious memories. You may not remember your marks in anatomy or pathology in the future, but you will always remember your friends and the happy moments you spent with them. Therefore, maintain joy and balance in your life, juggling your studies and professional responsibilities. Finally, view medicine not just as a profession, but as an opportunity to serve humanity. A successful doctor is not one who simply treats illnesses, but one who listens carefully to patients, understands their problems, and provides treatment with trust and respect. I wish you all to become knowledgeable, sensitive, and compassionate physicians, and to maintain a lifelong spirit of learning, questioning, and improving yourself through your experiences.
- Panthi dance captivated
the audience. The medical students’ performance of Panthi dance, based on the life, ideals, and teachings of Baba Guru Ghasidas Ji, won everyone’s heart. Similarly, Shruti Singh of the 2025 batch performed a solo dance to a mix of Bollywood songs. Divya Minj sang “Tenu Kala Chashma…”, “Baavan Gaaz Ka Daman…”, Jiana Qureshi sang “Jiya Jale…”, Harshita Sahu sang “Prem Ki Leela…”, and Arnav Bisen played the keyboard, making the cultural presentations memorable.
The skit, “Anarkali Ki Minar…”, exposed myths surrounding menstruation. The medical students, playing various roles in the skit, explained that there are many social misconceptions and myths surrounding menstruation, which have nothing to do with reality. It is a normal and natural biological process in women’s bodies.