Dr. Krishnagopal Jee, Sah-Sarkaryawah of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), visited Manipur on February 14–15, engaging with various societal stakeholders to discuss national development and social responsibility. He addressed the medical community at Bhaskar Prabha in Imphal West, emphasizing the essential role of doctors in fostering a healthy nation. He recounted the RSS’s evolution from a single shakha in Nagpur to over 90,000 today, underscoring its mission to create a strong, self-reliant Bharat. Dr. Krishnagopal highlighted India’s historical contributions to education and innovation while acknowledging the current challenges in literacy that RSS aims to address through social awakening.
He noted India’s remarkable economic growth, with GDP rates now among the highest globally, and urged medical professionals to tackle health issues despite the country’s economic progress. He cited RSS initiatives, such as eye-testing camps and the establishment of charitable hospitals, as examples of social duty. Addressing health concerns like anemia and drug addiction, he mentioned village adoption programs for awareness and treatment.
Dr. Krishnagopal praised the establishment of the National Sports University in Manipur, reinforcing the state’s potential in physical health and youth development. He cautioned against the shift towards fast food, advocating for the preservation of Manipur’s traditional diet. He called for proactive involvement from the medical community by offering healthcare services to underserved areas, illustrating this with an appeal for local doctors to adopt a nearby colony.
The event concluded with an open forum for discussion on enhancing public health initiatives, where around 200 doctors from Manipur shared views on their contributions to national well-being and public health advancements.
