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Nurse Wins $250K Global Award in Kochi
12 Sep
Summary
- Nurse Agimol Pradeep from the UK won the $250,000 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award.
- The award ceremony took place in Kochi, Kerala, on Saturday.
- Over 134,000 registrations from 214 countries participated in the award.
Agimol Pradeep, a senior transplant coordinator from the UK, has won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026.
She was selected from an immense pool of over 134,000 participants, representing 214 countries and economies. The award ceremony was held in Kochi on Saturday.
Chief Minister V D Satheesan presented the $250,000 award, emphasizing Kerala's role in global nursing talent. He reiterated the state's commitment to healthcare as a top priority.
The World Health Organization's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, sent a congratulatory message to the finalists, acknowledging the award's importance.
Launched in 2021, the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award has become a significant platform for recognizing nurses advancing the healthcare profession worldwide.
