National Doctor’s Day: Every year, July 1 is celebrated as National Doctor’s Day in the memory of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, who had his birth and death anniversaries on the same date. The day commemorated by IMA (Indian Medical Association), is dedicated to all doctors and healthcare workers. Dr. Roy, who is also a former CM of Bengal, was known for his selfless service.
National Doctor’s Day: History
Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy was born on July 1, 1882, and died on July 1, 1962. National Doctors’ Day, also called Doctor’s Day, has been celebrated across the country every year, since 1991.
He played a significant role in establishing medical institutions like Chittaranjan Seva Sadan, Victoria Institution (college), Jadavpur TB Hospital, Chittaranjan Cancer Hospital, and the Chittaranjan Seva Sadan for women & children. For his outstanding contributions, he was awarded the Bharat Ratna on 4th Feb 1961.
National Doctor’s Day: Significance
National Doctors’ Day is celebrated to acknowledge the role of doctors in saving numerous lives.
Amid the pandemic, the frontline workers’ role has been even more emphasized. Cheers to the dedication and spirit of our frontline workers who immensely contributed in the hour of crisis.