Introduction
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) and the Trained Nurses Association of India will share the famous Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development for the year 2022.
This honor will be shared between the two organizations. Dr. Sharad Kumar Agarwal, President of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), and Professor (Dr.) Roy K. George, President of the Trained Nurses Association of India, were the recipients of the award during the ceremony that took place on November 19.
The award was presented by former Vice-President Hamid Ansari.
Gratitude toward the COVID-19 Soldiers
This honor is a salute to the tireless work that the COVID-19 warriors put forth in India.
Sonia Gandhi, chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party and head of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust, emphasized that the recognition extends to every doctor, nurse, paramedic, and support staff member for their selfless service, dedication, and perseverance in the face of unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. Sonia Gandhi is also the chairperson of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.
Statements Made by Sonia Gandhi
The significance of the prize that is named after one of the most famous leaders of the 20th century was brought to light by Sonia Gandhi in her role as chairperson of the trust.
She explained that the purpose of the Indira Gandhi prize is to recognize people and organizations that have done outstanding work in the service of mankind and the world.
Gandhi praised the remarkable achievements made by the COVID-19 combatants and their commitment to the values that Indira Gandhi fought for during her distinguished career.
The Heritage of Indira Gandhi
When Sonia Gandhi reflected on the life of her mother, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, she highlighted her mother’s ability to prevail despite adversity.
Gandhi brought attention to India’s role as a courageous defender of people’s causes by doing a number of things, including questioning political orthodoxy, adopting policies that benefit the poor, and battling hunger on a worldwide platform.
She also gave credit to Indira Gandhi for her leadership in the enactment and implementation of the National Health Policy in 1983. This policy laid the groundwork for a health care system in India that was both more comprehensive and more accessible.
The Effects That COVID-19 Had
Sonia Gandhi agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic was the most catastrophic event of the century, since it had an effect on nations, communities, and families all across the world.
She lauded the steadfastness and selflessness shown by members of the medical community in their fight against the pandemic. The COVID-19 warriors, which included physicians, nurses, paramedics, and volunteers, were acknowledged as the frontline defenders against the virus since they were the only thing standing between the infecting agent and the population.
