KU’s South Campus Observes International Nurses Day.
Anantnag, May 15: South Campus, Anantnag, University of Kashmir, on Wednesday celebrated International Nurse's Day with great fervor and enthusiasm in line with the theme of World Health Organization 2024 "Our Nurses, Our Future".
The day-long event was organized by Institute of Nursing, South Campus, and was attended by as many as 200 students including faculty, and staff of the Campus, showcasing the importance of nurses in the healthcare system.
Director, South Campus, Prof. Raies Ahmad Qadri, presided over the function. In his presidential address, Prof. Qadri emphasized the indispensable role of nurses in meeting the needs of both doctors and patients in hospitals.
He hailed nurses as the backbone of the healthcare system and invoked the pioneering spirit of Florence Nightingale, advocating for increased investments in the nursing field to strengthen the healthcare system of our nation.
Observing International Nurse’s day serves as a poignant reminder of the invaluable contributions of nurses to the healthcare system and commitment towards nurturing and supporting future generations of nurses, Prof. Qadri stated.
Dr. Mohd Iqbal Bhat, Associate Professor, also addressed the gathering, highlighting the commendable tasks carried out by nurses in the healthcare system.
Dr. Javaid Iqbal, Assistant Professor, underscored the essential presence of nurses in hospitals for optimal patient care and outcomes.
Earlier, Prof. Qadri administered the Nurses' Oath to the students, symbolizing their commitment to the noble profession of nursing.
The students of the Institute of Nursing showcased their talents through various cultural activities, including skits, dances, and songs, reflecting the spirit of the occasion.
Later, a glittering felicitation ceremony was held in the Auditorium, wherein, Prof. Qadri distributed mementos among the students in recognition of their outstanding performances, encouraging them to continue their dedication to the nursing profession.
Snober Shafi and Danish Nabi, students at Institute of Nursing conducted proceedings of the programme, while as, Ishfaq Nazir, faculty at Institute of Nursing delivered a formal vote of thanks.
