Dr. Shabnam Bahar Barbhuiya Recognized as ‘Champion of Rural Surgery’
Acknowledgment of Efforts in Blood Donation
Silchar: Dr. Shabnam Bahar Barbhuiya, the head and medical officer of the Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre Blood Centre in Silchar, has received the prestigious national-level title of ‘Champion of Rural Surgery.’ This award acknowledges her dedicated efforts to promote voluntary blood donation in rural communities.
Award Presentation Details
As reported by Awaz News, the award was presented on February 5 during the 30th annual conference of the Association of Rural Surgeons of India, held at IIMSAR and Dr. BC Roy Hospital in Haldia. Dr. Barbhuiya was among five doctors and an equal number of paramedical personnel honored from various regions across the nation, making her the only recipient from the Northeast. Her recognition stems from her outreach initiatives aimed at raising awareness about voluntary blood donation in several villages of the Barak Valley.
Commitment to Community Engagement
Close associates of Dr. Barbhuiya noted her active engagement in promoting blood donation for nearly five years. She has consistently worked to reshape public perceptions regarding the importance of blood donation, believing that increased awareness can lead to significant societal change. Her relentless efforts continue across multiple levels to foster this mission.
Dr. Barbhuiya’s Reflections on the Award
In an interview with The Daily, Dr. Barbhuiya expressed her gratitude for the recognition, stating, “I am overwhelmed by this recognition in West Bengal. This honour will motivate me more to fulfil my professional duties. I give the credit to all the blood donors, voluntary organisations, and blood centre workers for this achievement. I thank the Barak Valley Voluntary Blood Donors Forum, especially, for standing by our blood centre and working tirelessly for the society.” She further emphasized the urgency of her mission, noting, “Many patients still lose their lives because they do not get blood on time. Thus, it is very important to create awareness so that healthy people donate blood regularly.”
Community Support and Celebrations
Various organizations in the Barak Valley have praised Dr. Barbhuiya for her remarkable achievement. The Barak Valley Voluntary Blood Donors Forum, which organizes and promotes voluntary blood donation camps in the region, extended their congratulations to her. Additionally, an official felicitation ceremony was held by the Cachar district unit of the Forum on February 10 at the Cachar Cancer Hospital Blood Centre to honor Dr. Barbhuiya for her significant contributions.