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Centenarian Doctor Gifts ₹3.4 Crore for Cancer Research
5 Dec
Summary
- A 100-year-old doctor donated ₹3.4 crore from her savings.
- The donation is for research into gynaecological malignancy at AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
- The President of India praised the doctor's significant gesture.
A distinguished doctor celebrated her 100th birthday by making a substantial donation of ₹3.4 crore to AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Professor K. Laxmi Bai, a respected obstetrician and gynaecologist, has allocated her savings towards advancing research in gynaecological malignancy, demonstrating a profound commitment to women's health.
This generous contribution will be utilized to establish a corpus fund, with its interest supporting crucial research in gynecological oncology, extending vital community services to underserved populations, and bolstering initiatives focused on cancer prevention. An expert committee has been formed to ensure the transparent and effective management of these funds.
The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, lauded Professor Bai's "thoughtful gesture" and its contribution to women's empowerment. She expressed confidence that such acts of generosity from citizens would inspire wider support for national healthcare initiatives.
