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AIIMS Nagpur sets national benchmarks at best practices conclave
Nagpur: AIIMS Nagpur, one of the youngest AIIMS in India, made a powerful impression at the best practices conclave hosted on its campus. With impactful presentations, field-tested innovations, and academic strength, it earned praise and adoption interest from across the AIIMS network.
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The two-day conclave concluded on Saturday. Representatives from 23 AIIMS institutions across India were in Nagpur for this event. Health secretary Punya Salila Srivastava chaired the conclave.
"AIIMS institutions form the backbone of India's healthcare system, and young institutes like Nagpur are showing how fast, meaningful progress is possible when guided by clear vision and regional commitment," said Srivastava while addressing one of the sessions.
The secretary of the Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare (MoHFW) and joint secretary of Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) conducted on-ground assessment rounds of AIIMS Nagpur facilities during the conclave.
Several models of best practices from AIIMS Nagpur were formally recommended for adoption by other AIIMS in the country.
The Day 2 sessions featured focused presentations on governance reforms, hospital services, research, and teaching-learning, with AIIMS Nagpur repeatedly drawing appreciation for practical, scalable, and patient-oriented approaches.
Dr Prashant Joshi, executive director of AIIMS Nagpur, said, "We are proud to contribute to the national AIIMS ecosystem from Nagpur. Our efforts are focused on real-world impact — whether it's reducing neonatal mortality in tribal districts or improving everyday patient experience through innovation and transparency.
The spirit of collaboration at this conclave is truly a milestone."
"This conclave marks the beginning of a unified 'One-AIIMS' culture — sharing what works, learning from each other, and raising the bar together," Dr Joshi added.
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The conclave also covered preparedness for cybersecurity and CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear & Explosive) threats.
Joint secretary Ankita Mishra Bundela said, "This gathering will now become an annual platform to institutionalise learning and innovation across AIIMS across the country. AIIMS Nagpur has set a high benchmark."
AIIMS Nagpur's models that received appreciation include:
Laundry system overhaul using "Barrier Washer" technology
Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) for infection control
Digitised patient dietary tracking for hygiene and efficiency
Online postmortem report system for faster police / family communication
Lifestyle Intervention Clinic and Andrology Lab launched for holistic men's health
