Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences (SNIMS) warmly welcomed its new batch of MBBS students with a grand ceremony held on October 14, 2024. The event marked the beginning of an exciting journey for the aspiring doctors, who are set to embark on a rigorous and rewarding educational path.

The welcome ceremony was graced by esteemed GCT members, administrative staff, and faculties.

The distinguished guests – Executive Director & Principal Lt Gen (Dr) Ajith Nilakantan, Vice Principal Prof Dr Joseph Francis, President (GCT) Shri Sreedharan Jayakumar, Joint Secretary (GCT) Shri C P Shylanathan, Administrative Manager Shri Abith Ganesh, joined Prof Dr Reena Alexander (HOD Physiology), Prof Dr Asha Augusthy (HOD Biochemistry), Prof Dr Alexander John (HOD Community Medicine), Prof Dr Varghese P D (Dept of Anatomy), Prof Dr Thomas Jerry (Dept of Forensic Medicine), Shri Abhijith C (Student’s union chairman) and Shri Ron Sabu (2024 batch student) for the traditional lamp lighting ceremony.

The Principal addressed the gathering welcoming all students and their parents to the campus. Keynote addresses were delivered by the President and Joint Secretary (GCT), emphasizing the importance of dedication, empathy, and continuous learning in medical profession. The ‘CharakShapath’ delivered by HOD Community Medicine marked a solemn and uplifting moment as the students pledged to uphold the highest ethical standards in their future practice. This was followed by addresses by the Administrative Manager and Student’s union chairman introducing the students to campus facilities and extracurricular opportunities. Prof Dr Abhima M B introduced the student support and guidance programme (SSGP) in her address. An orientation session by Dr Anoop B S introduced students to the campus facilities, and familiarised them with various academic & administrative staff. Vice Principal Prof Dr Joseph Francis delivered the Vote of Thanks.

The ceremony resonated deeply with the students. Parents and guardians in attendance expressed pride and optimism for their children’s future.

The event was planned and executed by the organizing committee –
Dr Gokul S R (Assoc.Prof, Dept of Physiology)
Dr Parvati R S (Asst Prof, Dept of Physiology)
Dr Anoop B S (Asst Prof, Dept of Anatomy)
with assistance from their respective departments and administrative staff.