They have been invited as part of the government’s initiative to invite people from all walks of life. “It is good that the nursing profession is being recognised. After Covid, people have become more aware of the importance of nurses in running hospital services,” said Nidhi Bela, senior nursing officer at Delhi’s Ram Manohar Lohia hospital, who has been invited to attend the celebrations with her family.
Savita Rani, who works as a nursing officer in the Blood Bank of Badshah Khan Civil Hospital, Faridabad, is another invitee. She was felicitated by President Droupadi Murmu on Nursing Day for her outstanding work during the Covid-19 crisis.
Veermati, assistant nursing superintendent at Hindu Rao Hospital, who has also been invited to attend the celebrations on August 15, was in-charge of Covid-19 management. “The pandemic was a difficult period. We made it easier through our efforts, sometimes at the cost of sacrificing our own family needs. But I am glad the government is recognising our efforts by inviting us as special guests for the prestigious event,” said the 56-year-old.
Other invitees to the Independence Day function include sarpanches of vibrant villages, teachers, farmers and fishermen.
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