Stating that the true success of any healthcare institution lies in its ability to reach the last person in society with dignity and care, Dr Mohan Bhagwat, Sarsanghachalak, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangha (RSS) on Sunday emphasised that medical service should be a mission of empathy rather than a commercial venture. The RSS chief was speaking at the inauguration of the Gangadharrao Fadnavis Memorial Diagnostic Centre at Pawanbhoomi ground, Somalwada. Dr Bhagwat, chief guest, inaugurated the Diagnostic Centre and further delivered a profound message on the ethics of healthcare.

 

He noted that while advanced machinery is vital, the spirit behind the service is what heals. “Science and technology have advanced tremendously, but they must be coupled with compassion. This centre is named after a man whose life was a testament to Seva. We must ensure that no one is turned away due to lack of funds. Providing world-class facilities at nominal rates is not just charity; it is our social Contd from page 1 responsibility to the needy,” Dr Bhagwat remarked. The inauguration ceremony was organised by Shri Siddhivinayak Sewa Foundation while the diagnostic centre, located in Somalwada, was dedicated to the memory of late Gangadharrao Fadnavis, a prominent social leader. Dignitaries including Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways; Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister, Sandip Joshi, MLC and President of Shri Siddhivinayak Sewa Foundation; Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Minister of Revenue; Mayor Neeta Thakre, Minister Pankaj Bhoyar, former Mayor Maya Iwnate, Minister Adv Ashish Jaiswal and others were present during the programme.

 

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari spoke about the importance of ‘Atmanirbhar’ healthcare infrastructure during his speech, “I have always believed that politics is 20 per cent power and 80 per cent social work. This centre, equipped with ‘Made in India’ technology, is a step toward making Nagpur a medical hub where the poorest can access an MRI for a fraction of the market cost. We are bringing the best of medical science to the doorsteps of common people.” CM Fadnavis delivered a deeply personal speech, focusing on his father’s legacy and the State’s healthcare initiatives. “For our family, this is an emotional moment. My father, Gangadharrao, always believed in silent service. Today, following those principles, our Government has integrated health schemes like Ayushman Bharat and Mahatma Phule Jan Arogya Yojana to provide 100 per cent coverage to the State’s citizens.

 

From free dialysis to assistance up to Rs 22 lakh for organ transplants, we are committed to ensuring that health is a right, not a privilege,” Fadnavis asserted. Sandip Joshi informed about the facility’s mission. “Our goal was simple: 5-star facilities at 1-star rates. We have installed three Tesla, two CT scan, two MRI machines and 25-bed dialysis unit to ensure accuracy. When the market price for an MRI is Rs 7,000, we will provide it for Rs 2,100. This centre is our promise to the citizens that quality healthcare will no longer be a financial burden,” Joshi explained.