Shillong: PA Sangma International Medical College and Hospital marked its Foundation Day and College Anniversary with a two-day event in Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya. The festivities started on 11 November with a flag-hoisting ceremony at the PIMC Academic Block. Today, participants held a tree plantation drive and a cultural procession. The school hosted the main program at the USTM Central Auditorium.
Chief Guest Dr. Shashi Mehar, IG of the CRPF Composite Hospital in Guwahati, joined USTM Chancellor Shri Mahbubul Hoque and Vice Chancellor Prof. G. D. Sharma for the ceremony. Other notable attendees included Pro Vice Chancellor Padma Shri Prof. (Dr.) Sarbeswar Sahariah, Director of Medical Education Dr. Jogesh Sharma, and PIMC Director of Medical Administration Prof. (Dr.) A. C. Kataki. PIMC Principal Prof. (Dr.) Hem Kanta Sarma and Vice Principal Dr. Swaroop Kr. Baruah represented the college leadership alongside various department heads.
The event opened with a lamp-lighting ceremony and the college anthem. Principal Sarma presented the institution's annual report, tracking its development. "Their presence added significance to the occasion, reflecting the institution's collective commitment to academic excellence and compassionate medical education." Dr. Arijit Mazumdar handed out awards to top-performing students from the August 2026 MBBS exams, while Prof. (Dr.) Pranoti Sinha delivered the vote of thanks.
The celebration ended with student performances. Music and dance filled the stage. The event highlighted the university's growth in medical training.
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