Meeting with Dr. L. Murugan

New Delhi: 91 BSc Nursing students and six teachers from the Vellalar College of Nursing in Erode, Tamil Nadu recently met the Minister of State (MoS) Dr. L. Murugan. The Minister interacted with the B.Sc. nursing students, emphasizing the nobility of the nursing profession. He highlighted the urgent need for more human resources in this vital field, inspiring the students to recognize their important role in shaping the future of healthcare.

As per the statement, the event commenced with each student being introduced to the MoS, Dr. Murugan, with great enthusiasm. In his address, Dr. Murugan highlighted the remarkable progress India has made in healthcare under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He mentioned that the number of AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) in the country has increased to 23 and medical seats have increased to more than 1,07,000, as part of Hon’ble PM's vision.

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Dr. Murugan further highlighted Prime Minister Modi's vision of establishing a medical college in every district of India, aiming to position India’s healthcare sector as a global leader.

He highlighted that the new Parliament building, constructed under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, showcases the craftsmanship of local artisans from across the country, reflecting the government’s commitment to the "Vocal for Local" initiative. He further stressed that the young generation will play a leading role in the journey towards Vikasit Bharat in 2047.

During his interaction, Dr. Murugan stressed that the youth are the future of the nation and encouraged the students to pledge for progressive growth. He also emphasized the importance of learning new languages, both foreign and Indian, since this would prepare them for job opportunities not only across India but also globally.

The event concluded on an inspiring note, with Dr. Murugan urging the students to play an active role in shaping the future of India’s healthcare system and contribute to the country’s broader developmental goals.

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