SDG Global Week Celebration at BGS Medical College and Hospital, Nagarur
Introduction
As part of the Global Goal Week Celebrations, the SDG Cell of BGS Medical College and Hospital, Nagarur, organized a special programme on 23rd September 2025 . The event highlighted SDG Goal 2 – Zero Hunger and SDG Goal 17 – Partnerships, aligning with the United Nations’ call for sustainable development. The objective was to raise awareness, foster collaboration, and inspire collective action among the academic and healthcare community.
Event Proceedings
The programme commenced at 11:45 a.m. with Dr. Krutika Naik, Associate Professor and AHS Coordinator, serving as the Master of Ceremony. She welcomed the dignitaries and participants and guided the flow of the sessions.
The event was graced by eminent dignitaries:
Dr. K.S. Gangadhara, Dean cum Principal, BGS MCH
Dr. Sheshagiri, COH
Dr. Pradeep, RMO, BGS MCH
Swami Jeevan Muktha Das Prabhu Ji, ISKCON Bengaluru (Chief Guest)
Swami Suchandra Das Prabhu Ji, ISKCON Bengaluru (Guest of Honor)
The inaugural session began with the lighting of the lamp, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment.
The Chief Guest, Swami Jeevan Muktha Das Prabhu Ji, delivered an interactive and inspiring talk on “Zero Hunger”, stressing the urgency of addressing malnutrition and ensuring food security for all.
The Guest of Honor, Swami Suchandra Das Prabhu Ji, spoke on the theme of “Partnerships”, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among institutions, communities, and stakeholders to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
As part of the celebrations, an online quiz competition was also conducted. Out of 34 participants, five students who answered all questions correctly were felicitated with prizes during the event.
The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Mrs. Cicily P J, Principal, Nursing College, who expressed gratitude to all dignitaries, faculty, staff, and students for their enthusiastic participation.
Key Highlights
Date & Venue: 23rd September 2025, MEU Hall, BGS MCH Hospital
Inauguration: Lamp lighting ceremony
Chief Guest Address: Swami Jeevan Muktha Das Prabhu Ji, ISKCON Bengaluru – Talk on Zero Hunger
Guest of Honor Address: Swami Suchandra Das Prabhu Ji, ISKCON Bengaluru – Talk on Partnerships
Interactive sessions engaging students, faculty, and staff
Online quiz competition with 34 participants; 5 winners recognized
Active involvement of faculty, staff, and students across multiple departments and colleges under BGS
Acknowledgements
The SDG Cell gratefully acknowledges the support and guidance of IQAC members, whose contributions were vital to the success of the programme:
Dr. Murali, HOD, Pathology, BGS MCH
Dr. Pradeep, RMO, BGS MCH
Dr. Krutika Naik, Associate Professor & AHS Coordinator, BGS MCH
Dr. Madan Mohan M. R., Principal, Physiotherapy College
Mrs. Cicily P J, Principal, Nursing College
Mrs. Yeshaswini P, Professor, Nursing College
Dr. Akhil Kumar G, Lecturer in Physiotherapy–Neurology, Physiotherapy College
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Subba Krishna N, SDG Cell Nodal Officer, who ensured its smooth execution.
Conclusion
The SDG Global Week Celebration at BGS MCH successfully promoted awareness of the themes Zero Hunger and Partnerships, inspiring the community to reflect on its collective responsibility toward sustainable development. The event reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 2 – Zero Hunger and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals, while also contributing to SDG 1 – No Poverty.
