KIMS Hosts 3rd Conclave, Unites Top Medical Leaders to Shape Future of Healthcare

The Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) today hosted the 3rd edition of the KIMS Conclave, bringing together senior medical practitioners, AIIMS directors and public health experts from across Odisha and India. The conclave centred on the future of medical care, rural health empowerment and research-driven clinical practice.

Dr Sibananda Mohanty Conferred with KIMS Health Hero Award

The inaugural KIMS Health Hero Award – Health Empowerment in Rural Odisha (HERO) was presented to Dr Sibananda Mohanty for his exemplary contributions to community engagement, malaria control and maternal healthcare in the remote regions of Mayurbhanj district.

“KIMS Exists to Serve the Poor”: Dr Achyuta Samanta

Founder of KIIT, KISS and KIMS, Dr Achyuta Samanta, expressed gratitude for the presence of senior healthcare leaders and reiterated his core vision: service to society.

“We are contented when we can work for the poor. I want all of you to be happy by serving society,” he said.

Announcing a major expansion plan, Dr Samanta declared that 20 KIMS rural hospitals, each equipped with 100 beds and advanced medical technology, will soon be established to ensure quality healthcare for underserved communities.

Research Must Drive Medical Progress, Says Pro-Chancellor

KIIT Pro-Chancellor and eminent gastroenterologist Dr Subrat Acharya applauded Dr Samanta’s mission to educate and empower society.
He emphasised that medical research should remain central to the KIMS ecosystem:

“Our responsibility is not only to treat, but also to generate knowledge that can transform healthcare delivery.”

Affordable yet World-Class Patient Care

Highlighting the unique patient-care model of the institution, KIMS Principal Prof (Dr) R. C. Das noted:

“KIMS is the only hospital in India where all general beds are air-conditioned and patients receive meals at just ₹100,” underscoring the institute’s blend of quality, comfort and affordability.

Experts Across India Join to Strengthen Healthcare Vision

The conclave saw the participation of top medical minds including Dr Velu Nair, Prof K. R. Balakrishnan, Dr Sunil Shroff, Dr Abhijit Chowdhury, Prof V. Kamakoti, Dr K. Srinath Reddy, Prof Alok Dhawan and Dr Ajit Mohanty, along with deans, department heads, senior clinicians and academic leaders from leading institutions.

Technical Sessions Address Critical Health Challenges

Discussions spanned major national health priorities such as:

• Rural health innovation

• Emerging infectious diseases

• Maternal & child health

• Mental health outreach

• Surgical advancements

• Future-ready medical education

A Milestone for Odisha’s Healthcare Landscape

The successful conduct of the 3rd KIMS Conclave reinforced KIMS’ commitment to bridging gaps in rural healthcare, strengthening medical research and enhancing treatment outcomes across India.