*67 NSS Students Felicitated for Their Unwavering Commitment to the Sartahi Movement at PGIMER” *
Even in the smallest acts of kindness, you will find joy that will stay with you for the rest of your life: Director PGIMER to Sarathi Volunteers
“Even in the smallest acts of kindness, you will find joy that stays with you for a lifetime. S think of Sarathi experience as a pilgrimage,” stated Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER, while addressing the felicitation ceremony organised to honour 67 NSS students for their steadfast dedication to Project Sarathi here at PGIMER today.
Highlighting the critical role of volunteers in enhancing patient care, Prof. Lal stated, “The biggest challenge at PGIMER is the overwhelming number of patients. By participating in this project, you are not just offering help; you are becoming a part of their journey, easing their struggles with a kind word or a helping hand. These small gestures create a profound impact.”
Prof. Lal rged volunteers to proactively engage with patients, emphasizing, “As Swami Vivekananda said, true happiness comes from helping others. By serving, you are not just transforming lives but also gifting yourself a lifetime of fulfilment.”
Echoing the sentiment, **Mr. Pankaj Rai, DDA, PGIMER, **shared the remarkable growth of Project Sarathi, which began with just 22 volunteers and has now had the engagement 425 participants who have contributed 250000 hours of voluntary work in a short span of eight months.”
Mr. Rai further stated, “This initiative has been a game-changer, reducing wait times, improving patient satisfaction, and optimizing resource utilization. The on boarding of Sarathi by 750 hospitals nationwide reflects a pivotal shift in healthcare delivery, positioning Project Sarathi as a catalyst for compassionate, efficient healthcare reform.
The ceremony was attended by Prof. Ashiok Kumar, Addl Medical Superintendent, Mr. Ghanshyam Dass, Sr. A O Vigilence, Mr. Nemi Chand, Nodal Officer NSS, Ms Monika Dora, NSS Coordinator and other key individuals from PGIMER.
The event concluded with the award of certificates to the students for their commendable support for patient care.
