National Florence Nightingale Awards 2024
On September 11, 2024, the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presided over a distinguished ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan to present the National Florence Nightingale Awards for the year 2024. This prestigious event recognized outstanding contributions in the field of nursing, highlighting the crucial role that nursing professionals play in the healthcare system.
The National Florence Nightingale Awards were established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. These awards serve a dual purpose:
These awards hold immense importance in India’s healthcare landscape:
The ceremony took place at the prestigious Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India. The event was graced by the presence of President Droupadi Murmu, underscoring the national importance of these awards.
The 2024 National Florence Nightingale Awards were presented in three main categories:
This year’s awards celebrated the diverse contributions of nursing professionals from across India. The recipients represented various states and union territories, reflecting the nationwide impact of nursing excellence.
S.No. | Category | Name | State/UT |
---|---|---|---|
1 | ANM | Smt. Sheela Mondal | Andaman & Nicobar |
2 | ANM | Ms. Iken Lollen | Arunachal Pradesh |
3 | ANM | Ms. Vidjeyacoumary V | Puducherry |
4 | ANM | Ms. Januka Pandey | Sikkim |
5 | ANM | Smt. Anindita Pramanik | West Bengal |
6 | LHV | Ms. Brahmacharimayum Amusana Devi | Manipur |
7 | Nurse | Maj Gen Ignatius Delos Flora | Delhi |
8 | Nurse | Ms. Prem Rose Suri | Delhi |
9 | Nurse | Dr. Tabasum Irshad Handoo | Jammu & Kashmir |
10 | Nurse | Dr. Nagarajaiah | Karnataka |
11 | Nurse | Ms. Shamshad Beegum Attalada | Lakshadweep |
12 | Nurse | Ms. Asha Wamanrao Bawane | Maharashtra |
13 | Nurse | Ms. H Mankimi | Mizoram |
14 | Nurse | Ms. Sanjukta Sethi | Odisha |
15 | Nurse | Mr. Radhey Lal Sharma | Rajasthan |
The 2024 awards showcased the pan-Indian nature of nursing excellence:
The awards recognized various levels of nursing professionals:
Some standout awardees include:
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