6th March, 2025: News18 Odia, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Bhubaneshwar Elite, hosted the Healthcare Summit 2025 on 28th February in Bhubaneshwar. The event served as a prestigious platform to recognize the extraordinary commitment and invaluable contributions of the state’s healthcare professionals who have been instrumental in shaping the state’s medical landscape.
The summit was attended by Odisha’s leading medical professionals, policymakers, and industry experts, including Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, Odisha’s Minister of Health, and Padma Shri Dr. Randeep Guleria, former Director of AIIMS, New Delhi. Through thought-provoking discussions and exclusive one-on-one conversations, the event explored critical healthcare challenges, policy reforms, and the future trajectory of Odisha’s medical sector.
With a focus on honouring the relentless service healthcare professionals and driving meaningful dialogue, the summit celebrated achievements of key decision-makers and stakeholders in Odisha’s healthcare sector. A defining moment of the event was the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Dr. Bidyut Kumar Das, Professor in the Department of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology at SCB Medical College, Cuttack, acknowledging his outstanding contributions in the healthcare sector.
Odisha’s medical fraternity plays a vital role in serving society, often going beyond the call of duty to achieve extraordinary outcomes that deserve greater recognition. The News18 Odia Healthcare Summit 2025 reaffirmed its commitment to recognizing excellence, fostering innovation and shaping a stronger healthcare ecosystem for Odisha.
