Discovering purpose through NIRMAN: A journey beyond medicine
Abstract
As MBBS students, we attended the 7-day NIRMAN workshop at SEARCH, Gadchiroli, aimed at inspiring youth towards a purposeful life. Immersed in sessions on public health, ethics, finance, and community engagement, we explored the philosophy of "Arogya Swaraj" and witnessed rural realities during village visits and Shramdan activities. Interactions with mentors, critical readings, and collective reflection fostered introspection, camaraderie, and a renewed sense of responsibility as socially responsive doctors. The workshop transformed our outlook, highlighting that healthcare extends beyond hospitals, and should be rooted in community empowerment and the pursuit of equitable well-being.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Political Developments and Conflicts
Community Health and Development
Critical and Liberation Pedagogy
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Indian Journal of Medical Ethics
- Volume
- 11
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 152–154
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN