President Droupadi Murmu honors 15 nurses for exceptional service

The National Florence Nightingale Awards 2024 were presented to outstanding nursing personnel at a function held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The president awarded the nursing professionals, according to a statement from the health ministry.

Union Health Minister J P Nadda spoke at the event, stating that the accolade would serve as inspiration for nurses to continue their dedicated public service. He also emphasized the critical role of nurses as the “backbone of the healthcare sector.”

The National Florence Nightingale Award was established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India in 1973 to recognize the meritorious services provided by nurses and nursing professionals to society. The statement mentioned that a total of 15 awards are presented in the categories of registered auxiliary nurses and midwife, registered nurses and midwife, and registered lady visitor.

The award is bestowed upon outstanding nursing personnel working in central, state, and Union territories, as well as voluntary organizations. Eligible recipients include nurses employed in hospital or community settings, as well as those working in educational or administrative capacities.

Each award includes a Certificate of Merit, a cash prize of Rs 1,00,000, and a medal. *Please note that this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.

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