Mysore/Mysuru: MLC Dr. D. Thimmaiah underscored that the physical and mental well-being of citizens is a key indicator of a healthy society.

He was speaking after inaugurating the ‘World Doctors Day’ function organised by Anveshana Seva Trust at the Institution of Engineers auditorium on JLB Road recently.

“National Doctors Day is observed on July 1 every year to commemorate the birthday of the legendary Indian doctor and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr. B.C. Roy, and to honour his services to the people. Ironically, July 1 is also the day of his death. All medical organisations in India have unanimously decided to celebrate his birth anniversary as World Doctors Day,” he said.

Highlighting the tireless efforts of doctors in improving patient health and creating a healthy society, Dr. Thimmaiah stressed the importance of physical and mental health for societal well-being. He also noted the need to address other societal issues like poverty and unemployment and advised people to undergo regular medical check-ups.

Prof. N.K. Lokanath, Vice-Chancellor, University of Mysore, felicitated senior doctors Dr. K.M. Madappa (Sigma Hospital), Dr. Harsha Basappa (Jayadeva Hospital), Dr. S. Ravishankar (Kamakshi Hospital), Dr. Sandeep (Assistant Professor, Government Naturopathy and Yoga Mahavidyalaya), Dr. C.P. Madhu and Dr. S. Jayashree (both JSS Hospital), with ‘Vaidyashree’ Awards.

AIISH Director Prof. M. Pushpavathi, Anveshana Seva Trust’s Arya Amarnathraje Urs, retired Dean of MMC&RI Dr. H. Hanumanthappa, Dr. MGR Urs of Chutuku Sahitya Parishat, Anveshana Trust Vice-President HMT Lingaraje Urs and others were present.