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CAHO and PFPSF Launch Patient Advisory Councils (PACs) to Promote Patient Involvement on World Patient Safety Day 2023

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Patient Advisory Councils (PACs) to be set up across hospitals to make patients true partners in enhancing patient safety and improving care delivery

Bengaluru, 16th September 2023: On World Patient Safety Day 2023, a global initiative observed on September 17th, the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO) and the Patient for Patient Safety Foundation (PFPSF) are joining forces toa emphasize the critical importance of patient engagement in healthcare through the establishment of Patient Advisory Councils (PACs) and the promotion of Patienta Reported Experience Measures (PREMs). This year’s World Patient Safety Day theme, “Engaging patients for patient safety,” perfectly aligns with their mission.

Dr. Alexander Thomas, Founder President, and Patron of CAHO, emphasized the vital role of trust and communication in the patient-provider relationship. He noted that a instances of medical errors can erode this trust, not only impacting the patient’s confidence in their care but also undermining the broader healthcare system.

Dr. Nagendra Swamy S C, Patron of CAHo, stressed the importance of recognizing patients as active collaborators in their healthcare journey. Research has shown that when patients are engaged, there is a significant improvement in safety, patienta satisfaction, and overall health outcomes.

Engaging patients in their healthcare is a crucial step toward addressing the issue of medical errors. Patient Advisory Councils are central to this effort, serving as platforms for patients to voice their concerns and influence decision-making processes. CAHO passionately advocates for the establishment of PACs to ensure that patients’ voices are heard, integrated, and valued within the healthcare system.

Dr. Vijay Agarwal, President of CAHO, expressed enthusiasm for the overwhelming response received from healthcare providers across India. He described the initiative as a significant moment in the country’s healthcare delivery history and added “To support the establishment of these councils, CAHO is releasing a comprehensive “Step-by-Step Guide to Establishing a PAC.”

Dr. Lallu Joseph, Secretary General of CAHO, highlighted another critical initiative aimed at sensitizing healthcare organizations to “Patient Reported Experience Measures (PREMs). PREMs are self-reporting instruments that gauge patients’ perceptions of their care experiences and help assess whether healthcare providers are meeting patients’ needs.

Mr. Kris Gopalakrishna, Co-Founder and Former Vice Chairman of Infosys, will unveil the Patient Advisory Councils (PACs) on World Patient Safety Day, September 17th, 2023, at Ramaiah Medical College. Esteemed healthcare industry opinion leaders anda stalwarts will come together at this momentous event to not only inaugurate PACs but also to establish comprehensive guidelines and chart the path forward for its seamless integration within hospitals. Additionally, the event will underscore the significance of encouraging hospitals to actively participate in the Patient-Reported Experience Measures (PREM) initiative.

CAHO takes pride in its role in creating PFPSF, an organization dedicated to educating and raising awareness about patient safety. PFPSF aims to prevent avoidable harm by empowering patients, healthcare providers, patient support groups, corporations, and caregivers to proactively engage in their healthcare journeys.

Mr. Som Mittal, Chairman of PFPSF, emphasized the significance of providing a neutral forum for the patient community to “Elevate their Voice” and share valuable insights with their caregivers. He urged patients to leverage this opportunity to engage in their own care and work towards reducing avoidable harm.

On World Patient Safety Day 2023, CAHO and PFPSF reiterate their commitment to enhancing patient safety through patient engagement and advocate for thea widespread adoption of Patient Advisory Councils and Patient Reported Experience Measures as integral components of safe healthcare practices.

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Book of Gold: The Kanchana Chitra Ramayana of Banaras

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Opening: September 16th, 2023
Venue: Museum of Art & Photography, 22 Kasturba Road, Bengaluru, 560001

Kaka Bhushundi Narrates His Own Story to Garuda, 1814, “Style D”, Artists from the second wave of migrations from Jaipur, perhaps assisted by local painters, H. 47.6 cm, W. 36 cm, PTG.02322

To download high resolution images: https://tinyurl.com/bookofgold

“Budh jan samujhat Sanskrit, bhasha hu mati mant
Ava avaloki sachitra sava samujhiya hi turant

Learned people understand the Sanskrit [of Valmiki], simple-minded ones understand the vernacular [of Tulsidas],
But now, all those who behold the illustrated version, understand it all at once.”

MAP is excited to announce the opening of a unique rendition of the Ramayana, reconstructing the illustrated manuscript of Tulsidas’ Ramcharitmanas with nearly 80 folios. Commissioned by Maharaja Udit Narayan Singh of Banaras, it stands as a testament against older art historical narratives that miniature painting traditions in northern India had faded by the 19th century. An ambitious project that spanned from 1796 to 1814, The Kanchana Chitra Ramayana (the Golden Illustrated Ramayana), was a collaboration as legendary as the story of the Ramayana itself. The project saw several artists belonging to different schools converging in Banaras to work on this manuscript; making Banaras a cultural hub during that time period. Another distinctive element of this project was that the Bhakti poet’s manuscript was written in Awadhi, the common language of the region, as compared to Valmiki’s use of Sanskrit – the language of the elite.

Painted with ornate gold, for the first time these pages of the Kanchana Chitra Ramayana will be on display for the public. Curated by the late Kavita Singh and Parul this exhibition takes us on a journey of discovery, revealing a variety of artistic styles and craftsmanship, that are now understood as different schools of miniature art, to create one epic illustrated manuscript.

Kamini Sawhney (Director, MAP) says, “We are delighted to be able to present an exhibition that for the first time brings together folios from an exquisitely painted manuscript, with a story that has held the country in its thrall for several centuries. A treasure that was once unavailable to the public is now on display for people to access and enjoy at least in part. The remaining folios will be made available digitally, both in the exhibition space and online so that students, scholars and any one interested has the opportunity to see how different schools of artists and various styles of painting came together to create a resplendent work of art.”

While the original manuscript totaled 1,100 pages, the Kanchana Chitra Ramayana, has been dismantled and sold to private collectors over time. However, before it was dismantled, the book was documented in its entirety in the 1970s by Prof. Richard Schechner of New York University – allowing MAP to create a digital flipbook of the manuscript in its entirety. The museum will also showcase a film based on the manuscript created by Amit Dutta, considered one of the most significant contemporary practitioners of experimental cinema in India. MAP will also have a holographic experience of the Kanchana Chitra Ramayana in their Digital Experience Centre.

Parul Singh, co-curator, comments, “The seven volumes of the magnificent Kanchana Chitra Ramayana, an illustrated Ramcharitmanas, have justifiably garnered great praise by the scribes of the text as one can see written in one of the colophons of the manuscript: “Gem-like is this just-completed book, golden, uniquely illustrated Shimmering and shining it gives glimpses of the holy Ramcharitra”

It scrutinises the folios to discover that the various hands that painted them were artists trained in stylistic idioms across North India – from the artistic centres of Awadh, Delhi, Datia, Jaipur, or Murshidabad. The manuscript paintings provoke us to rethink current art historical perception of the late 18th century as a period of artistic decline; a period when artists of various schools had to stylistically adapt themselves to find patronage from Company officials producing the so-called “Company School” painting. The Ramcharitmanas paintings challenge this view – not only were these stylistic idioms surviving but they flourished, patronised by small states like Banaras where workshops of migratory artists engendered creative innovations. The discovery of The Kanchana Chitra Ramayana fills a gap in our understanding of some crucial decades in painting history in north India.”

Book of Gold: The Kanchana Chitra Ramayana of Banaras

gives visitors a chance to view the extensive imagination of the artisans of the time who arrived with one united goal: storytelling. An opportunity not just to marvel at the monumental nature of this project, the creativity of the artisans in all its glory, but also a chance to be inspired by its abundant beauty.

ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಈ ವರ್ಷ “ವಿಶ್ವಶಾಂತಿಗಾಗಿ ಹಿಂದೂ ಧರ್ಮ” ಈ ಧೈಯ ವಾಕ್ಯದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ

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ಈ ವರ್ಷ ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 19ರ ಚತುರ್ಥಿಯಿಂದ ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 28ರ ಚತುರ್ದಶಿಯವರೆಗೆ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವವನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವಕ್ಕೆ ಅದರದೇ ಆದ ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ಮಹತ್ವ ಹೊಂದಿದೆ. ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಏಕತೆ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಾಮರಸ್ಯ, ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ರಕ್ಷಣೆಯ ಭಾಗವಾಗಿ ಉತ್ಸವ ಆದರಿಸಲ್ಪಡುತ್ತಿದೆ.

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಮಹಾನಗರ ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಯು ಕಳೆದ 9 ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳ ಮಧ್ಯೆ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಒಗ್ಗೂಡಿಸಿ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಆಚರಣೆಗಳ ಧೈಯೋದ್ದೇಶಗಳಾದ ಧರ್ಮ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ, ದೇಶಭಕ್ತಿ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸೇವಾಕಾರ್ಯಗಳ ಅರಿವನ್ನು ಸಮಿತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮೂಡಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಸಾವಿರಾರು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳು ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಮಹಾನಗರ ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಜೊತೆಗೂಡಿ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಿವೆ. 2022ರಲ್ಲಿ 26 ವಿಧಾನಸಭಾ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮೂಹಿಕ ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ಶೋಭಾಯಾತ್ರೆಗಳು ನಡೆದಿದ್ದು, ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇದೇ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಈ ವರ್ಷ “ವಿಶ್ವಶಾಂತಿಗಾಗಿ ಹಿಂದೂ ಧರ್ಮ” ಈ ಧೈಯ ವಾಕ್ಯದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಲು ನಿರ್ಧರಿಸಿದೆ

ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಆಚರಣೆ, ನಂಬಿಕೆ ಮತ್ತು ತಮಗೆ ಇಷ್ಟವಾಗುವ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸುವ ಹಕ್ಕು ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಬ್ಬ ಭಕ್ತನಿಗೆ ಇದೆ, ಕಳೆದ ಮೂರು ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಪರಿಸರ ಹೆಸರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಎತ್ತರ, ಬಣ್ಣ, ಪಿಒಪಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ಮೇಲೆ ನಿಷೇಧವನ್ನು ಹೇರುವ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನ ನಿರಂತರವಾಗಿದೆ. ಪರಿಸರಕ್ಕೂ ಹಾನಿಯಾಗಿದೆ, ಭಕ್ತರ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಭಾವನೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಅಡ್ಡಿಯಾಗದಂತೆ ಪರ್ಯಾಯ ಮಾರ್ಗವನ್ನು ಕಂಡುಕೊಳ್ಳಲು BMGUS ಆಗ್ರಹ ಮಾಡುತ್ತ ಬಂದಿದೆ.

ಇತ್ತೀಚೆಗೆ ಮಾಲಿನ್ಯ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣ ಮಂಡಳಿಯು ತನ್ನ ಆದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಿಒಪಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿ, ವಿಗ್ರಹದ ಎತ್ತರ, ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಆಚರಣೆಗೆ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಕೆಲವು ನಿರ್ಬಂಧಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಧಿಸಿ ಗಣೇಶ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಭಕ್ತರಿಗೆ ಸಿಗದಂತೆ ಸ್ಥಾನೀಯ ಆಡಳಿತವು ತನ್ನ ವಶಕ್ಕೆ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಅಸಮಾಧಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಕಾರಣವಾಗಿದೆ. ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆ ಇರುವ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವಗಳನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಲು ಅಡ್ಡಪಡಿಸಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಈ ಧೋರಣೆಯಿಂದ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಭಾವನೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಧಕ್ಕೆ ಉಂಟಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಇದನ್ನು BMGUS ತೀವ್ರವಾಗಿ ವಿರೋಧಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ಇದು ಹೀಗೆ ಮುಂದುವರೆದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಜ್ಯಾದಂತ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಸಂಘಟನೆಗಳು, ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳು ರಸ್ತೆಗಿಳಿದು ಹೋರಾಟ ನಡೆಸಲಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಸರ್ಜಿಸಲು ಕಂಡುಕೊಂಡಿರುವ ಪರ್ಯಾಯ ಮಾರ್ಗಗಳಂತೆ ನಮ್ಮ ರಾಜ್ಯದಲ್ಲೂ ಪರಿಸರಕ್ಕೆ ಧಕ್ಕೆಯಾಗದಂತೆ ಕಂಡುಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಿದೆ.

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ಪಿಒಪಿಗಳಿಂದ ನೀರು ಮತ್ತು ಪರಿಸರಕ್ಕೆ ಹಾನಿಯಾಗದಂತೆ ನಿಗದಿ ಪಡಿಸಿರುವ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾತ್ರ ವಿಸರ್ಜನೆ ಮಾಡಿಸುವುದು ಮತ್ತು ಪಿಒಪಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಅಲಂಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಮಾತ್ರ ಬಳಸಿ ಮುಂದಿನ ವರ್ಷವು ಇದೇ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾಪಿಸುವಂತೆ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಮಹಾನಗರ ಗಣೇಶ ಉತ್ಸವ ಸಮಿತಿ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳಿಗೂ ಅರಿವು ಮೂಡಿಸುತ್ತೇವೆ. ಅದರಂತೆ ಪಿಒಪಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ತಯಾರಿಕೆ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾರಾಟಕ್ಕೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ಅಡಚಣೆ ಆಗದಂತೆ ತಾವು ನಿರ್ದೇಶನ ನೀಡಬೇಕೆಂದು ವಿನಂತಿಸುತ್ತೇವೆ.

ಉತ್ಸವ ಮೂರ್ತಿ ಬಿಡುವ ಕೆರೆ, ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿ ಸ್ಥಳದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಗತ್ಯ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಗಳಾದ ಬೆಳಕು, ರಕ್ಷಣೆ, ಸಹಾಯಕ ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿಗಳು, ಕುಡಿಯುವ ನೀರು, ಶೌಚಾಲಯ, ಸಾಲಾಗಿ ಬರಲು ಬ್ಯಾರಿಕೇಡ್ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ, ರಸ್ತೆ ಸಂಚಾರ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣ, ಸೂಚನೆಗಳನ್ನು ನೀಡಲು ಧ್ವನಿವರ್ಧಕ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ, ಅಂಬುಲೆನ್ಸ್ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಥಮ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ, ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಣಪತಿಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಸರ್ಜಿಸಲು ಕೆರೆಯ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ನೀರಿನ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ, ಬೃಹತ್ ಕ್ರೇನ್‌ಗಳು, ಕಾಲ ಕಾಲಕ್ಕೆ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿಗಳ ಸ್ವಚ್ಛತೆಗಾಗಿ ಜೆಸಿಬಿಗಳು, ತುರ್ತು ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷಾ ಪಡೆಗಳ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ ಮಾಡಿಸಬೇಕು. ಅನೇಕ ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಆಚರಣೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಕನಿಷ್ಠ ಐದು ವರ್ಷಗಳ ಪರವಾನಿಗೆಯನ್ನು ಒಮ್ಮೆಲೆ ನೀಡಬೇಕು.

ಧ್ವನಿವರ್ಧಕ, ಡಿಜೆ ಬಳಕೆಗೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ನಿರ್ಬಂಧ ವಿಧಿಸದೆ ಅವಕಾಶವನ್ನು ಕಲ್ಪಿಸಿಕೊಡಬೇಕು. ಮಂಡಳಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಪೊಲೀಸರ ಪೊಲೀಸರ ಕಿರುಕುಳ, ಕೇಸ್ ದಾಖಲು ಮಾಡದಂತೆ ರಕ್ಷಣೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಡಬೇಕು. ಮೆರವಣಿಗೆಯ ಸಮಯ, ಮಾರ್ಗಕ್ಕೆ ಅಡೆತಡೆ ಮಾಡದಂತೆ, ಮೆರವಣಿಗೆ ಮಾರ್ಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಚಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾಡಬೇಕು.

ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಗಣೇಶ ವಿಸರ್ಜನೆಗೆ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ರೂಪಿಸಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ವಿಸರ್ಜನೆಗೆ ಸಮಯದ ನಿಬಂಧನೆ ಮಾಡದೆ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ವಿಧಿವಿಧಾನದಂತೆ ವಿಸರ್ಜಿಸಲು ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ ರೂಪಿಸುವುದು.

ದೇಶದ ವಿವಿಧ ನಗರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಈಗಾಗಲೇ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಸರಕ್ಕೆ ಹಾನಿಯಾಗದಂತೆ ಮರುಬಳಕೆ ವಸ್ತುವಾಗಿ ಪರಿವರ್ತಿಸುವ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಬಳಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ನಗರ (ಪೂಣೆ) ಪಾಲಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಂಪರ್ಕಿಸಿ, ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ ಮತ್ತು ಅದೇ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಇಲ್ಲಿಯೂ ಕ್ರಮ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಲು ನಿಶ್ಚಿಯಿಸುವುದು,

ರಾಜ್ಯಾದ್ಯಂತ ಕಳೆದ 3 ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಈ ರೀತಿಯ ಬೇಡಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರ, ಮಾಲಿನ್ಯ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣ ಮಂಡಳಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಪಟ್ಟ ಇಲಾಖೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಮನವಿಯನ್ನು ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ್ದು, ಸೂಕ್ತ ಕ್ರಮಗಳಿಗಾಗಿ ಹೋರಾಟವನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಿದ್ದರೂ ಸಹಾ ಇಲ್ಲಿಯವರೆಗೂ ಯಾವುದೇ ಪರ್ಯಾಯ ಮಾರ್ಗವನ್ನು ಕಂಡುಕೊಳ್ಳದೆ, ಏಕಾಏಕಿ ಹಿಂದೂಗಳ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಭಾವನೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಧಕ್ಕೆ ತರುವ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿರುವುದು ಖಂಡನೀಯ.

ಹಬ್ಬಕ್ಕೆ ಕೆಲವೇ ದಿನಗಳು ಇದ್ದು, ತಕ್ಷಣ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಮಧ್ಯ ಪ್ರವೇಶಿಸಿ ಮುಕ್ತವಾಗಿ ಗಣೇಶೋತ್ಸವ ಆಚರಿಸಲು ಅನುಕೂಲವಾಗುವ ವಾತಾವರಣವನ್ನು ಕಲ್ಪಿಸಲು ಸಂಬಂಧಪಟ್ಟ ಇಲಾಖೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಆದೇಶ ನೀಡಬೇಕೆಂದು ಎಂದು ಪ್ರೆಸ್ಸ್ ಕ್ಲಬ್ ಆಫ್ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾ ಗೊಷ್ಠಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಈ.ಅಶ್ವತ್ಥನಾರಾಯಣ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಮತ್ತು  ರಾಜಣ್ಣ ಹೊನ್ನೇನಹಳ್ಳಿ ಸಂಯೋಜಕರು  ಸರ್ಕಾರವನ್ನು ಆಗ್ರಹಿಸಿದರು.

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“After a successful Chandrayaan -3 landing, India is now committed to reach its vision of a $44 billion space economy by 2033”

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“After a successful Chandrayaan -3 landing, India is now committed to reach its vision of a $44 billion space economy by 2033”

says Dr Pawan K Goenka, Chairman, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) at the International Conference on Space 2023 

Bengaluru, 14 September 2023:

The Indian space sector is poised for exponential growth, with policy reforms, innovation, private sector involvement, and international collaboration at the forefront. As the nation continues to explore new horizons in space technology, it aims to address global challenges and contribute to advancing our understanding of the universe, stated Dr Goenka while addressing at the ‘International Conference on Space 2023’. 

Dr Goenka emphasized the nation’s commitment to space exploration, technology development, and international collaboration, and India’s commitment of a $44 billion space economy by 2033.

Last few years have witnessed a string of successful launches, showcasing India’s robust indigenous technologies and launch vehicles developed by ISRO. The largest commercial launch by value in 2022, deploying 36 OneWeb satellites, was a significant milestone. The private sector has attracted substantial investment, with $45 million pouring in over the last six months, including a significant $36 million from Pixel in June. This underlines the growing confidence in India’s space industry. Design and manufacturing are advancing, with the imminent establishment of a large facility, Dr Goenka said.

The recent success of our lunar mission showcases the importance of preparation and precision in space exploration. It reflects India’s growing expertise in this field, said Dr. Kiran Kumar, Former Chairman, ISRO.

The summit witnessed the release of the first volume of Indian standards for Space Industry prepared by INSPACe, in collaboration with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The catalogue encompasses 15 standards, focusing on three crucial aspects including space project management, system engineering and modelling, a key process in ensuring mission success.

A Thought Leadership report on ‘NewSpace: India Perspective’ was also released during the Summit.

An MoU between INSPACe and NIIFL was also exchanged during the Summit.

Deputy High Commissioner of the Australian Commission, Sarah Story, emphasized the special relationship between India and Australia in various fields, including space exploration and technology development. Both our commercial space sectors are vibrant and innovative. Australia is proud to support India’s space achievements, including the CHANDRIAN 3 mission,” she said.

Mr Jayant Patil , Chairman CII National Committee on Space, underlined the vital role of startups in advancing space technology and encouraged international collaboration. Startups have played a vital role in advancing space technology. This event is a step towards sharing Indian knowledge with the world for the common man’s benefit.

In his inaugural address, Mr Kamal Bali, Chairman, Southern Region commended India’s recent successes in the space sector, emphasizing the significance of ISRO’s achievements. We are in the midst of a global transformation in technology, and space will continue to influence developments in other sectors and support India’s global ambitions.

IN-SPACe represents a significant step in streamlining and regulating space activities. It demonstrates India’s commitment to fostering a conducive environment for space exploration, said Mr Apparao Mallavarapu, Co-Chair, CII National Committee on Space.

In his Closing Remarks, Mr Sudheer Kumar N, Director, CBPO-ISROHQ encouraged all businesses to leverage the opportunities emerging from these initiatives.  A surge in space startups, from 101 to 195, is a promising sign for the space ecosystem.

The two-day international conference on the space sector is being organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), with the support of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) and NewSpace India Ltd (NSIL). It features 80 eminent speakers and scientists across ten engaging sessions, thereby providing a platform for knowledge exchange and experience sharing. The Conference witnessed the participation of more than 600 attendees.

The Conference also aims to celebrate India’s recent achievements in space technology, including the historical Chandrayaan-3 landing which is a testament of the meticulous preparation and data-driven decision-making that has contributed to the mission’s success. 

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Manipal Global Education Services launches Manipal MedAce

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  • A Super App for Medical Learning and PG Aspirants
Manipal Global Education Services (MaGE) launched Manipal MedAce for medical PG aspirants. In the picture, Ravi Panchnadan, MD and CEO of Manipal Global Education Services and Preethi Frederick, Head – Product Development and Marketing, Manipal MedAce.

14th September 2023, Bengaluru: Manipal Global Education Services, a leading international provider of quality learning solutions in higher education, today launched Manipal MedAce, a first-of-its-kind super app for Medical Learning and Medical PG Prep, in a new mobile and cloud first format.

Manipal MedAce is a comprehensive and outcome driven resource built on academic and learner research. It enables MBBS students to supplement campus learning by providing access to a Comprehensive and Curated learning resource on a single platform through its Learn Product. It provides a Personalised Experience for PG aspirants that is Efficient, Clutter free and Stress Free, through its Prep Product thereby making the lives of medical students easier.

Learn for Basic Sciences contains dynamic, engaging, credible and easily accessible content, designed around the microlearning philosophy to provide flexible learning options. MedAce makes the learning journey exciting, easy and effective with a plethora of resources, such as

 

  • Micro learning modules
  • Live tutoring sessions
  • Online dissection lab
  • 3D interactive learning
  • Gamified assessments

Prep provides a comprehensive learning experience to empower medical students on their journey to NEET PG/NexT/INICET/FMGE success. It is the only platform conceived and developed in accordance with NExT guidelines. It adheres to CBME curriculum- defined categories, including Must Know, Nice to Know, and May Know, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the new examination platform. The entire MCQ bank is designed based on these guidelines, focusing on problem-solving, comprehension, and recall skills. Key features include:

  • Personalised study plans
  • Error-free question bank
  • Custom and Grand tests
  • Flashcards and workbooks
  • Content curated by Subject Matter Experts

Manipal MedAce was unveiled in the presence of Mr. Ravi Panchanadan, Managing Director & CEO – Manipal Global Education Services (MaGE) and Ms. Preethi Frederick, Head – Product Development, Manipal MedAce.

Dr. Ranjan Pai, Chairman of Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), said. “Over the years, the Manipal Group has pioneered several pioneering initiatives that have paved the way for progress around the world – empowering people and transforming lives. With Manipal MedAce, we are combining our passion for innovation with a desire to positively impact Medical Education, by helping learners be even better doctors. I have a first-hand understanding of the challenges an MBBS student is faced with and Manipal MedAce is our effort to create a learning catalyst for students.”

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Ravi Panchanadan, Managing Director & CEO – Manipal Global Education Services (MaGE), commented, Manipal MedAce brings together our rich heritage and expertise in medical education and a deep well researched understanding of the pulse of learners. With MedAce we’ve combined our 60-year expertise in delivering top tier medical content using latest digital technology in a user-friendly manner, which will engage with learners in a format/ on form factors they are comfortable with in their daily lives. Through Manipal MedAce, we endeavor to enrich lives of medical students by making learning easy and interesting, setting them up for success at every stage of the journey.”

Ms. Preethi Frederick, Head – Product Development and Marketing, Manipal MedAce said, “Manipal MedAce’s journey began with curiosity, research, and a relentless drive to make a difference. The app’s very foundation was rooted in understanding the needs of learners, It was all about creating something with learners. We understand the pressure that comes with pursuing an MBBS degree and preparing for a medical competitive exam. The constant juggling with endless exams, grappling with complex subjects, demands unwavering dedication. MedAce is designed and built to be a constant companion, a buddy and guide from the moment the leaner  steps into medical school till the day they take the NEET-PG exam. We believe that learners will quickly figure out that Manipal MedAce is #inthistogether with them ”

Manipal MedAce is available for download on Android and iOS devices.

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