RANGPO, SIKKIM - June 25, 2023: Smt. Ambika Pradhan, a Lady Health Visitor (LHV) at STNM Hospital, Sochakgang, was warmly welcomed by her family members and esteemed organizations at Atal Bridge, Rangpo upon receiving the prestigious National Florence Nightingale Award for the year 2023 in New Delhi from the President of India.
Returning to Rangpo, Smt. Ambika Pradhan was greeted by a heartfelt reception organized by Shiv Lata Pariwar, named after the Late Siba Narayan Pradhan and Late Nirlata Pradhan. The event was attended by over sixty family members who celebrated her remarkable achievements. Smt. Ambika Pradhan, is the grand-daughter of Shiv-Lata and the daughter of Late Ghanashyam Pradhan, the eldest son of Shiv Lata.
During the program, members of her family presented Smt. Ambika Pradhan with a shawl, a memento, and an Appreciation Letter, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the nursing profession. Additionally, members of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti expressed their admiration by presenting her with a Letter of Appreciation. Newa Passa, a newar organisation of Rongli, played newa musical instrument to welcome the awardee.
In her address, Smt. Ambika Pradhan expressed her gratitude to the State Government and the Chief Minister of Sikkim for their support. She also extended her thanks to the Secretary, Director, and Joint Director of Nursing (Health and Family Welfare Department), Medical Superintendent, Additional Medical Superintendent, Director, Nursing Superintendent, CNO, and the entire STNM Hospital family and Sikkim Branch TNAI. She further acknowledged the fraternity of Rangpo PHC and PHSC staff and expressed her appreciation to everyone who congratulated her through phone calls, whatsapp messages and social media. She dedicated the award to all healthcare professionals in Sikkim.
