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BIRRD doctors, patients join Deepavali celebrations
The Balaji Institute of Surgery, Research and Rehabilitation for the Disabled BIRRD has been observing Deepavali in a big way for the last 16 years, said Dr G Jagadish, the Director of the TTDrun orthopaedic hospital
Tirupati: The Balaji Institute of Surgery, Research and Rehabilitation for the Disabled (BIRRD) has been observing Deepavali in a big way for the last 16 years, said Dr G Jagadish, the Director of the TTD-run orthopaedic hospital.
Addressing the media persons in the hospital premises on Tuesday, he said, some philanthropists have been donating Rs 2.5 lakh worth crackers every year to BIRRD Hospital on the occasion of Deepavali. “We have patients from different parts of the country. This fete makes every patient feel as if they are at home. It also enhances the doctor-patient relations,” he maintained.
TTD Chief Accounts Officer Raviprasadudu graced the celebration as chief guest. Meanwhile, the patients in children's ward enjoyed the bursting of crackers show put up in the open area while women and men patients recovering, and their attendants also joined in the celebration turning the hospital ambiance joyous.
Later, sweets were distributed to doctors, patients and others. Medical Superintendent Dr Venka Reddy, Dr Sahu and other faculty members and nursing staff also took part in this colourful festival of lights.
