By OUR STAFF REPORTER
Dehradun, 19 Feb: Sanjay Orthopaedic, Spine and Maternity Centre, Dehradun, organised a book panel discussion on the book ‘From the Pen of Surgeons’ at Doon Library and Research Centre, here, on 18 February.
Chief Guest Anil Raturi, former DGP, Uttarakhand, Chairperson Dr Sanjeev Chopra, founder of Valley of Words (VoW), Guest of Honour Lt Gen JS Negi (Retd), Prof Onkar Singh, VC Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University, Justice Rajesh Tandon, author and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Padma Shri awardee Dr BKS Sanjay, and co-author Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Gaurav Sanjay inaugurated the programme by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
Retired IAS officer N Ravishankar, Director, Doon Library and Research Centre, welcomed all the guests and congratulated the authors for writing an extraordinary book on medical and non-medical issues. He appealed to the guests to utilise more the Doon Library premises for such activities. The author and co-author welcomed each of the guests with a shawl, memento and a plant.
Other guests were Padma Shri awardee Kalyan Singh, Industrialist and Philanthropist Dr S Farooq, many IAS officers including retired Chief Secretaries N Ravishankar, IK Pande, Secretaries AS Khullar, Chandra Singh, retired VC Sudha Rani Pandey, Dr JP Nawani, Dr Praveen Mittal, Dr SN Singh, retired Income Tax Commissioner VR Sagar, Chandra Shekhar Tiwari, senior journalists SM Kazmi, Paritosh Kimothi, Hariom Singh and many more.
Author Dr BKS Sanjay said that health, education and nutrition are the fundamental needs of every individual. There is an increased need of awareness of the importance of health, education and nutrition. This book captures the knowledge and depth of understanding of the authors in their professional field, besides their abilities as public health practitioners and communicators to create the right public health awareness in the country.
Co-author, Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Gaurav Sanjay said that the goals and the basis of writing and compiling all these columns in the form of a book, titled ‘From the Pen of Surgeons”, is to further spread this awareness and reference towards public health and social issues to the concerned citizens and professionals in the medical health sectors and in other fields with a hope that people will learn and share this experience which are depicted in these columns.
Chief Guest Anil Kumar Raturi said that since God could not be everywhere, He created mothers and doctors, who have the power to save lives. He emphasised that this book highlights the importance of education in the development of society and the nation. He also stated that the power of words is immortal and extends beyond the boundaries of any profession.
Guest of Honour Justice Rajesh Tandon stated that both the author and co-author play a crucial role in raising awareness among the general public. He emphasised that everyone should fulfill their responsibilities to enhance health and wellness. He also highlighted that environmental issues are a major concern in the state of Uttarakhand.
Prof Onkar Singh stated that artificial intelligence is influencing the entire ecosystem. He emphasised that parents should pass on their knowledge to their children and teach them to be mindful of artificially created tools. Instead of relying on them blindly, they should use technology as an enabler.
Lt Gen JS Negi (Retd), stated that this book covers many important issues, including health, education, nutrition, various health issues, overpopulation, and road safety. He emphasised that longevity and good health are crucial. He also highlighted that youth are the future’s greatest asset and must be guided in the right direction. Overpopulation and illiteracy remain major concerns. He stressed that everyone should follow traffic rules, and if they do not, policymakers must enforce compliance.
Chairperson Dr Sanjiv Chopra said that this book covers a wide range of topics. He emphasised that the more languages one knows, the better one understands the world. He described this book as a true contribution to society.
Dr Arun Kumar Mandal said that both the author and co-author, despite their busy schedules as doctors, have taken the time to write a book addressing numerous important issues, which is truly commendable. He highlighted that India is one of the oldest civilisations in the world and praised the authors for their dedicated efforts in serving the nation. Dr Gaurav Sanjay expressed his gratitude to all the guests and audience. The programme was conducted by Simran Suri.
