GMU Global Alumni Summit 2024 Unveils '25 GMU Icons' Coffee Table Book
Ajman: United Arab Emirates (Press Release): The Gulf Medical University (GMU) Global Alumni Summit 2024 concluded on a high-note, bringing together over 400 alumni from around the world for an evening of celebration, collaboration, and inspiration. The highlight of the event was the launch of the Coffee Table Book, ‘25 Icons: Gulf Medical University Alumni Shaping Global Healthcare,’ a tribute to alumni who have made significant contributions to the health professions industry.Held at Marriott Hotel (Dubai), the summit featured a dynamic agenda that showcased the achievements and contributions of GMU alumni in the field of healthcare.
With approximately 4,000 graduates representing 95 nationalities, Gulf Medical University (GMU) boasts a diverse alumni community, and members residing and practicing across the world. Annually, the GMU Alumni Summit serves as an important platform, drawing accomplished professionals together to nurture collaboration and delve into initiatives that address their shared needs. The event, marked by the insightful welcome address by Dr. Omar Nabi, President of the Alumni Association Board, and Prof. Hossam Hamdy's remarks, emphasizing GMU's commitment to a robust alumni community, also featured Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, as the chief guest.
Speaking about the summit, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, highlighted: “We are very proud of the accomplishments of our alumni, and happy to see them succeed in their career as health professionals. The university shall always support them in their endeavors.”
Gulf Medical University, meanwhile, is launching a global initiative to establish alumni chapters in key regions like the UK, Europe, the US, Africa, and Southeast Asia. These chapters will serve as networking, mentorship, and collaboration hubs, encouraging its global alumni to engage and contribute to the university's stature.
Addressing the former students, Prof. Hossam Hamdy, Chancellor of Gulf Medical University said, “We are proud to see the professional achievements and growth of our university’s students. The breadth of participation made the gathering remarkable and special; GMU’s alumni are the brand ambassadors of our core values and recognizing their contribution is crucial to the progress of the institute and the development of its current students.”
He added, “Alumni meets help in developing a platform to showcase the institution’s growth, strengthening the relation between the university and its graduates, who have excelled in their careers.”
Providing a tangible tribute to their collective journey, the Coffee Table Book launch showcased the diverse accomplishments of the alumni, which featured 25 icons, adding a moment of pride and honor to the evening. The Alumni Panel Discussion that followed was a dynamic exchange of ideas, featuring well-known alumni who shared their perspectives on current healthcare challenges and opportunities. The interactive session facilitated valuable insights and discussions on the future of health professions industry, locally and globally.
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Siddaramaiah defends BPL ration card cancellation, says only ineligible beneficiaries affected
New Delhi, Nov 21: In a strong defence of the Karnataka government's move to cancel ration cards, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday clarified that only government employees and income tax payers are being weeded out from the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list, not eligible poor beneficiaries.
Talking to reporters, Siddaramaiah asserted that the cancellation is in line with the National Food Security Act, which explicitly bars government employees and income tax payers from receiving BPL ration cards.
He accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of raising a politically motivated issue despite originally opposing the food security legislation.
"The rights of eligible ration card holders will be fully protected," the chief minister emphasised, dismissing opposition claims that the move was linked to fund constraints for implementing poll promises.
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The controversy stems from the Karnataka government's recent survey identifying 22.63 lakh BPL card-holders as ineligible. This move has triggered a political slugfest between the ruling Congress and the BJP.
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi claimed the central government had directed the state to clean the beneficiary lists. He alleged that the card cancellation was a strategy to avoid implementing the state's Gruha Lakshmi Yojana scheme.
Siddaramaiah hit back, reminding that the food security law was introduced during the Manmohan Singh government in 2013 to protect poor citizens' interests. He criticised the BJP for previously reducing food grain allocation from seven kg to five kg per beneficiary during B S Yediyurappa's tenure.
The chief minister categorically stated that there would be no compromise on the five poll guarantees and that sufficient funds were available for their implementation.
Siddaramaiah was in the national capital for the launch of Karnataka Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation Ltd's Nandini brands in Delhi. He also met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the issue of farm loan.
