Overview
- AIIMS says the corpus interest will support research in gynaecological malignancy, community oncology services for the poor, and preventive oncology initiatives.
- An Expert Supervisory Committee chaired by the Executive Director will oversee transparent use of the fund.
- President Droupadi Murmu sent an official letter congratulating Prof. K. Laxmi Bai and lauding the donation for strengthening cancer care.
- The President’s message, as reported, also referenced support for starting a gynaecological oncology course at AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
- Senior AIIMS officials visited her Berhampur residence to convey gratitude during centenary celebrations; Bai is a retired professor who graduated in 1945 and served until 1986.