Ludhiana, March 11, 2025 –(Punjabi headline Harminder Singh Kitty) Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana, hosted its 126th Annual Convocation with grandeur, honoring 260 graduates from five prestigious institutions: Christian Medical College, Christian Dental College, College of Nursing, College of Physiotherapy, and the Institute of Allied Health Sciences.

The event was graced by Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER Chandigarh, as the Chief Guest. Dr. William Bhatti, Director of CMC, welcomed the gathering, while Dr. Jeyaraj D Pandian, Principal, CMC, administered the Hippocratic Oath and presented the college’s Annual Report.

Key Highlights:

  • Academic Excellence Awards:
    • Diksha Arora & Jacob Jall – Elizabeth Gopal Krishnan Gold Medal Scholarship (Best Outgoing MBBS Student in Obstetrics & Gynecology)
    • Dr. Divya Handa – Vipin Khanna Memorial Gold Medal (Best Intern)
    • Diksha Arora – Best Outgoing Student for Overall Academic Excellence
    • Sia Dutta – Best Graduate Award (Christian Dental College)
    • Dr. Tuluw Enoch – Best Intern Award (Christian Dental College)
    • Ms. Jenny James – All-Round Best Student Nurse
    • Ms. Bhavnoor Kaur – Best Clinical Nurse Student Award
    • Ms. Abnip Kaur – Ms. Elaine Unkles Award
    • Ms. Parneet Kaur – S. Beant Singh Sahan Memorial Award
  • Faculty Honors:
    • Dr. Nikhil Gautam – Dr. V.K. Satija Memorial Award (Best Clinical Teacher)
    • Dr. Deepshikha Kamra – Batch of 1976 Excellence in Teaching Award
    • Dr. Nigel Abraham Peter & Bobby Chungath – Dr. Eileen B. Snow-CMC Alumni Award (Best All-Round Graduate)
    • Dr. Sunil Sadiq (Batch of 1984) – Alumni Lifetime Service Award

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Allen Joseph, Medical Superintendent.

A Legacy of Excellence: A Brief History of CMC Ludhiana

Founded in 1894 by Dr. Edith Mary Brown, Christian Medical College (CMC) Ludhiana has been a pioneer in medical education and healthcare in India. With a 130-year legacy, CMC has nurtured countless healthcare professionals who serve both urban and rural communities, staying true to its mission of compassionate service. Over the years, CMC has expanded its educational programs, offering MBBS, BDS, Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Allied Health Sciences courses, producing highly skilled professionals dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

With each passing year, CMC Ludhiana continues to uphold its tradition of academic brilliance and service-oriented healthcare, inspiring future generations to contribute to the medical field with dedication and integrity.