Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) bagged the prestigious India Today Healthgiri Award 2021, which was announced during the seventh edition of its prestigious “Safaigiri Awards” on Saturday, October 2.
Lok Nayak Hospital of Delhi got the award for best government hospital combating COVID-19, while KIMS was among top private hospitals combating COVID-19 across the country.
AIIMS director, Dr Randeep Guleria announced the award, which was presented by health minister Mansukh Mandaviya. KIMS Principal, Dr Ambika Prasad Mohanty received the award on behalf of KIMS.
While thanking the India Today Group, KITS, KISS and KIMS founder Dr Achyuta Samanta gave all credits to doctors, nurses, paramedical staff and health workers of KIMS.
He also thanked the Odisha government for rightful guidance to manage COVID-19 hospital.
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