Jammu, January 13:
In a major boost to Jammu’s healthcare infrastructure, the Imprimis IVF & Fertility Centre was officially inaugurated today by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Sh. Kavinder Gupta. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide world-class, affordable fertility solutions to the region, addressing the growing challenges of reproductive health.
A Grand Ceremonial Start
The event featured a traditional lighting of the lamp and a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by LG Kavinder Gupta. He was joined by a panel of distinguished guests, including:
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Sh. Shyam Jaju (Senior Leader)
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Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma (Member of Parliament)
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Sh. Sumit Ankur Singh (Member, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment)
The leadership team of Imprimis IVF—Founder & Director Naveen, CEO Arvinder Singh, Director Osman Dar, and Director Dr. Rakesh Samal—formally welcomed the Chief Guest with a ceremonial shawl and an idol of ‘Ram Darbar’.
LG Kavinder Gupta Calls for Expansion to Ladakh
Addressing the gathering, the Hon’ble LG highlighted the urgent need for modern fertility centers due to lifestyle-induced health issues. He lauded the center’s advanced technology and made a significant appeal to the management.
“There is a dire need for such modern centers in today’s era. I urge Imprimis IVF to expand their services to the Leh-Ladakh region, ensuring that the people of the frontier areas can access these world-class facilities without traveling long distances.”
He further emphasized the center’s social responsibility, encouraging the provision of Free OPD services for economically weaker sections to ensure healthcare remains inclusive.
Expert Perspectives on Modern Infertility
The guest speakers shared insights into the evolving landscape of reproductive health:
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Sh. Shyam Jaju remarked that the center would become a “beacon of hope” for childless couples.
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Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma (MP) noted that the facility marks a significant milestone in making Jammu a healthcare hub.
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Sh. Sumit Singh raised concerns about the impact of alcohol and substance abuse on fertility, calling for more research into these lifestyle factors.
Recognizing Medical Excellence
The ceremony concluded with an award session where LG Kavinder Gupta honored the center’s specialist medical team for their dedication. The recipients included:
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Dr. Iram Shafi Akhun
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Dr. Shruti Gupta
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Dr. Rakesh Samal
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Dr. Sudhanshu Rath
CEO Sh. Arvinder Singh thanked the dignitaries and reaffirmed the center’s mission to “complete families using the best technology at a minimal cost.”
About Imprimis IVF: Imprimis IVF & Fertility Centre is a premier institution specializing in IVF, IUI, and advanced reproductive treatments, focused on high success rates and ethical patient care.
