CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Executive Director of AIIMS Bhopal, Ajay Singh, is fostering a culture of academic excellence and knowledge exchange within the institute. Under his guidance, faculty members and students are achieving new heights of distinction.
Recently, Fatima Hasan, a second-year postgraduate (MD) student from the Department of Community & Family Medicine, was awarded the ICMR PG Thesis Grant for her research study titled:
“Evaluation of Social Security Schemes for the Elderly in Bhopal – A Mixed Methods Study.”
Research Supervision and Objectives
This research is being conducted under the guidance of Professor Sanjeev Kumar (Department of Community & Family Medicine), with Professor Abhijit P. Pakhare and Assistant Professor M. Sukumar (Department of General Medicine) as co-supervisors.
The study aims to evaluate the accessibility, effectiveness, and impact of social security schemes available for the elderly population in Bhopal.
Study Focus and Expected Outcomes
The research, based on mixed methods, will:
Assess awareness, utilization, and impact of social security schemes among the urban elderly in Bhopal.
Analyze how these schemes influence health-related quality of life for beneficiaries.
Identify key factors affecting the utilization of these schemes.
Examine challenges faced by both beneficiaries and service providers in scheme implementation.
Estimate the adoption rate of these schemes among the elderly and evaluate their awareness of associated health benefits.
Highlight trust levels, barriers, and supportive factors among beneficiaries, their families, and healthcare workers.
Recognition & Impact
On this notable achievement, Director Singh congratulated Fatima Hasan, stating:
“This research will play a crucial role in understanding the challenges faced by the elderly in accessing social security schemes. Its findings will provide valuable insights for policymakers to enhance the reach and effectiveness of these programs, ultimately improving the quality of life for senior citizens.”
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