CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: AIIMS Bhopal and BMVSS Sign MoU to Establish Free Prosthetic Limb & Caliper Center

Under the leadership of AIIMS Bhopal Executive Director, Prof. Ajay Singh, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between AIIMS Bhopal and Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS). This collaboration will establish a prosthetic limb and caliper manufacturing center within the AIIMS Bhopal campus.

Objective of the Initiative

The primary aim of this initiative is to provide free prosthetic limbs, calipers, and assistive devices to Divyang (specially-abled) individuals, ensuring their mobility and a dignified life.

🔹 BMVSS, the parent organization of Jaipur Foot/Limb, is the world’s largest disability rehabilitation organization, having provided prosthetic limbs and assistive devices to nearly 2.5 million Divyang individuals.

🔹 Carrying forward its commitment, BMVSS will establish the necessary equipment at AIIMS Bhopal at its own expense and appoint technical experts to ensure high-quality prosthetic fittings.

Implementation & Monitoring

✅ Prosthetic limbs will be fitted for patients undergoing treatment at AIIMS Bhopal who have undergone limb amputations.

✅ Other Divyang individuals referred by AIIMS Bhopal will also receive free assistance.

✅ All prosthetic fittings will be supervised by AIIMS Bhopal’s rehabilitation and orthopedics experts.

Leadership Insights

Prof. Ajay Singh, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhopal, remarked:

“This agreement will be a milestone in the rehabilitation of Divyang individuals. This initiative is not just about medical assistance but also about empowering individuals to become self-reliant. AIIMS Bhopal is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services, and this collaboration with BMVSS will further enhance our mission.”

This partnership will strengthen patient care, rehabilitation research, and education, offering a major relief to specially-abled individuals by providing free, high-quality prosthetic limbs.

MoU Signing & Key Attendees

🔹 The MoU was signed by:

Rajneesh Joshi, Dean (Academics), AIIMS Bhopal

Deependra Mehta, Secretary, BMVSS Jaipur

🔹 The signing ceremony was attended by:

✔ Shashank Purwar, Acting Medical Superintendent

✔ Col. Ajit Kumar, Deputy Director (Administration)

✔ Rehan-Ul-Haq, Dean (Research)

✔ Vitthal Puri, Associate Professor, PMR Department

✔ Faculty members and staff from AIIMS Bhopal

This collaboration marks a significant step toward inclusive healthcare, ensuring that Divyang individuals receive the best possible prosthetic support at no cost. 🏥♿

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