Air Quality Concerns Dominate Lok Sabha as Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari Demands Clear Govt Plan New Delhi/Chandigarh 9 February ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Taking up the crucial issue of the Air Quality and Government Strategy to Prevent Air Pollution in Lok Sabha, Chandigarh MP Manish Tewai, asked the Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupinder Yadav, about the reasons for the failure to prevent the Air Quality Index in National Capital. In his query, listed as question number 137, Tewari had pointed out that the region remained at severe levels-around 400 or above for nearly three consecutive months-despite the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) and the specific lapses identified in its implementation or enforcement. He has also asked the Minister to comment on the current status of the national and major city-wise levels of PM 2.5, PM 10 and key pollutants and extent to which these exceed national standards and WHO Guidelines. Tewari emphasised that it i...
National Thyroid Conference Concludes in Chandigarh with Emphasis on Research, Prevention, and Quality Care
National Thyroid Conference Concludes in Chandigarh with Emphasis on Research, Prevention, and Quality Care
Chandigarh 9 February ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : The Indian Thyroid Society (ITS) successfully convened its national conference at Hyatt Regency in Chandigarh, bringing together nearly 400 eminent endocrinologists, physicians, surgeons, and researchers from across the country. The conference served as a significant forum for deliberations on recent advancements in thyroid research, diagnostics, and patient-centered care, underscoring the growing public health relevance of thyroid disorders in India.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest, highlighted the government’s commitment to strengthening medical research and innovation, particularly through enhanced funding support via the National Research Foundation. He emphasized India’s progressive shift toward preventive healthcare, early diagnosis, and evidence-based clinical practice. Dr. Singh also stressed the need for close collaboration between professional medical bodies and policymakers to effectively tackle the rising burden of non-communicable diseases, including thyroid disorders.
Dr. Sachin Mittal, Organizing Secretary, remarked that the robust participation of nearly 400 delegates reflected the critical importance of the subject and the collective commitment of the medical fraternity to improving thyroid care in India. He highlighted that the conference provided an excellent platform for sharing knowledge, standardizing care pathways, and strengthening long-term disease management strategies.
Lt Gen Dr. Narendra Kotwal, President of the Indian Thyroid Society, outlined the Society’s instrumental role in advancing thyroid education, formulating clinical guidelines, and promoting research in the field. He commended ITS’s continuous efforts in enhancing awareness among healthcare professionals and fostering best clinical practices that benefit patients across both urban and rural settings.
The scientific program featured comprehensive discussions on contemporary diagnostic modalities, advancements in imaging and laboratory medicine, and evolving management strategies for hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancers. A key focus remained on bridging the gap between research and real-world clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
The conference concluded with a shared commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, expanding research initiatives, and intensifying public and professional awareness—aimed at enhancing thyroid health and overall quality of life for patients nationwide.
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