‘PARIKSHIT’ lawn having anti-cancerous plants inaugurated by Minister Vishwas Kailash Sarang at AIIMS Bhopal on Saturday. The inauguration of ‘PARIKSHIT’ lawn was done by Vishwas Kailash Sarang, Minister of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh and Prof. (Dr.) Ajai Singh, Executive Director, AIIMS Bhopal on the occasion of World Cancer Day.

‘PARIKSHIT’ lawn has been developed under the Smriti Upvan Project a sustainable green campus clean campus initiative by Executive Director AIIMS Bhopal Prof. (Dr) Ajai Singh. The ‘PARIKSHIT’ lawn has plants with anti-cancer property like tulsi and green grass and is a home to more than 1000 medicinal plants, including vinca, tulsi, ashwagandha, Indian long pepper , bamboo, and other plants known for their medicinal properties.

These plants will not only provide a beautiful and natural environment for patients, but they also have the potential to improve their health and wellbeing. In addition to the medicinal plants, the hospital has also created a selfie point for patients in the lawn. This gives patients an opportunity to take a break from their treatment and enjoy the beautiful environment. It also allows them to document their journey and share it with their loved ones.

The Smriti Upvan Project has targeted to plant 10000 trees this year out of which 42% target has already been completed in last two months. The lawn has been developed to provide a peaceful and inviting environment for everyone.