On the occasion of Teachers Day, Indian Medical Association awarded Dr Animesh Jain with the honorary professorship of IMA headquarters, New Delhi.
He has been selected at the National level in recognition of his contribution to medical education, teaching, research and capacity building. He is among 26 eminent doctors from across India and the only one from Karnataka.
The ceremony was addressed by Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Cabinet Minister Pashupatinath Paras, Minister of state Meenakshi lekhi.
The national president of IMA, Dr Sahajanand Prasad and national honorary Secretary General Dr Jayesh Lele, Dr Vedprakash Mishra ns past national president Dr Jayalal were among those present.
Dr Jain was presented a plaque and scroll in recognition of his continued contribution to medical education and research by Meenakshi Lekhi.
Dr. Animesh Jain is a Professor of Community Medicine, at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (MAHE, Manipal) and has been actively involved in IMA activities at the branch nd State level.