RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital

🩸🌍 **World Sickle Cell Awareness Day 2026** 🌍🩸

📅 **19th June 2026**

World Sickle Cell Awareness Day is observed globally to raise awareness about **Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)**, a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. 💙

This United Nations-recognized day highlights the importance of **early diagnosis, quality healthcare, patient support, and equitable access to treatment** for individuals and families affected by sickle cell disorders. 🤝✨

🌟 Raise Awareness
🩺 Promote Early Detection
❤️ Support Patients & Families
📚 Encourage Education & Advocacy

Together, let us spread knowledge, foster understanding, and work towards a future with better care and improved quality of life for everyone affected by sickle cell disease. 💪🌍

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🧩💙 **Autistic Pride Day 2026** 💙🧩

Today, we celebrate **Autistic Pride Day** – a day dedicated to embracing neurodiversity, promoting inclusion, and recognizing the unique strengths, talents, and perspectives of autistic individuals. 🌈✨

📅 18th June 2026

Autism is not something to be "fixed"—it is a different way of experiencing and interacting with the world. Let us foster understanding, acceptance, respect, and equal opportunities for all. 🤝💙

🌟 Celebrate differences.
🌟 Embrace neurodiversity.
🌟 Create an inclusive world for everyone.

Together, let's build a society where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 🌍✨

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✨🔬 **LASERZONE SOUTH 2026 – CME & Workshop Successfully Conducted!** 🔬✨

The **Department of Dermatology, Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital ( ), Bengaluru** successfully organized **LASERZONE SOUTH 2026 – CME & Workshop** on **7th June 2026**, bringing together dermatologists, faculty members, and postgraduate trainees for a day of learning, innovation, and excellence. 🌟

👩‍⚕️ Organized under the guidance of **Dr. Priya K.S., Professor & Head, Department of Dermatology**, the programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from **200+ delegates**. 🎓✨

🎤 The scientific sessions, led by renowned expert **Dr. Avitus John Raakesh Prasad**, featured:

🔹 Hands-on training in Laser & Energy-Based Devices
🔹 Live demonstrations and clinical insights
🔹 Latest advances in dermatologic laser treatments
🔹 Interactive discussions and networking opportunities

💡 The workshop enhanced the knowledge and procedural skills of participants while fostering academic excellence and professional development in the field of dermatology.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to all faculty members, postgraduate students, speakers, and delegates for making this event a grand success!

✨ Advancing dermatology through education, innovation, and skill development.

🎓🏆 **A Proud Moment of Recognition and Legacy** 🏆🎓

Heartiest congratulations to **Dr. A. C. Shanmugam**, eminent educationist, healthcare pioneer, philanthropist, and Founder Chancellor, on being conferred with the prestigious **Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa)** by **Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka** on **16th June 2026**. 🌟✨

For over five decades, Dr. A. C. Shanmugam has dedicated his life to transforming education and healthcare across India. Through his visionary leadership, he has established and nurtured premier institutions including **Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai**, **RajaRajeswari Group of Institutions**, **Sri Chamundeshwari Group of Institutions**, and **SUT Academy of Medical Sciences**, empowering thousands of students and providing quality healthcare to lakhs of patients. 🏥📚💙

His unwavering commitment to accessible education, affordable healthcare, community welfare, and humanitarian service has positively impacted countless lives. From supporting underprivileged students and orphaned children to providing free medical care and leading healthcare initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic, his contributions continue to inspire generations. 🌍🤝✨

The honour was conferred at the **28th Annual Convocation of RGUHS** held at the **Babu Rajendra Prasad International Convention Centre, GKVK Campus**, in the esteemed presence of dignitaries including **His Excellency Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot**, Hon’ble Governor of Karnataka & Chancellor, **Sri D. K. Shivakumar**, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, **Dr. Sharanprakash R. Patil**, Hon’ble Minister of Medical Education & Skill Development, and **Dr. B. C. Bhagawan**, Vice Chancellor, RGUHS.

👏 This prestigious recognition stands as a testament to a lifetime devoted to excellence, service, compassion, and nation-building.

✨ Some leaders build institutions. Visionaries build legacies.

🏆🏅🎓 A Prestigious Honour for a Visionary Leader - Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) Conferred Upon Dr. A.C. Shanmugam 🏆🏅🎓

A moment of immense pride and honor! 🌟

*Dr. A.C. Shanmugam, Founder Chancellor & Group Chairman, has been conferred with the prestigious **Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa)* by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences at its *28th Annual Convocation* held on *16th June 2026*. 🎖️✨

This distinguished recognition is a testament to his extraordinary contributions to *education, healthcare, and social service*, and to his visionary leadership that has transformed institutions and positively impacted countless lives. 🌍💙

✨ Some leaders build institutions. Rare visionaries build a legacy.

His unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and humanity continues to inspire generations of students, educators, healthcare professionals, and communities. 📚🏥🌟

👏 We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for his continued success, good health, and happiness as he continues to guide and inspire the future.

With immense pride,
🎓 RajaRajeswari Group of Institutions
🎓 Sri Chamundeshwari Group of Institutions
🎓 Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
🎓 SUT Academy of Medical Sciences

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🎭✨ *Carpe Diem – Carnivàle 2026 Successfully Conducted!* ✨🎭

&_Hospital ( ) successfully inaugurated *Carpe Diem – Carnivàle 2026* on 📅 *10th June 2026*, marking the beginning of a vibrant celebration filled with talent, creativity, culture, and student spirit. 🎉🌟

🌟 The inauguration ceremony was graced by *Aishwarya Rangarajan* 🎤✨, renowned singer and music composer, whose inspiring presence added joy and excitement to the occasion.

🎶 The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, captivating performances, and unforgettable moments as students came together to celebrate the true essence of campus life.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making the inauguration a memorable success.

✨ The journey of *Carpe Diem – Carnivàle 2026* has begun with energy, enthusiasm, and countless memories in the making!

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🎭✨ **Star Attractions at Carpe Diem – Carnivàle 2026** ✨🎭

The excitement reached new heights at ** ** as students of enjoyed inspiring and entertaining sessions with **Mythri Iyer** 🎤🌟 and comedian **Ganesh Kashyap** 😂🎙️.

From laughter-filled moments to unforgettable interactions, their presence added extra energy and excitement to the celebrations, making the event even more memorable for everyone. 🎉💫

👏 Thank you, **Mythri Iyer** and **Ganesh Kashyap**, for being a part of this incredible journey!

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