Aligarh: The Faculty of Unani Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), in collaboration with the All India Unani Tibbi Conference (AIUTC), marked the Doctor’s Day with a vibrant celebration featuring a students’ convention and a panel discussion on the theme: “Temporal Profile of Unani Medicine in the Post-Independence Era and its Strengthening Strategies in Today’s Scenario.”
The event drew enthusiastic participation from postgraduate students representing various disciplines within the faculty, underscoring growing student engagement with the future of Unani medicine.
AMU Registrar, Mr. Mohammad Imran IPS, attended the event as the Chief Guest. In his address, he underscored the enduring importance of empathy in medical practice and acknowledged the pivotal role doctors play in nation-building. He paid tribute to Dr. B.C. Roy, whose legacy is commemorated through Doctor’s Day in India.
Delivering the keynote address, Prof. Safdar Ashraf from the Department of Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib, Ajmal Khan Tibbiya College (AKTC), emphasised the continued relevance and evolving significance of Unani medicine in modern healthcare systems.
The event also honoured two notable contributors to the field: Prof. Hakeem Naeem Ahmad Khan, former Dean of the Faculty of Unani Medicine, and Hakeem Mohammad Huzaifa, a young and dynamic practitioner. Both were felicitated for their distinguished services and dedication to the advancement of Unani medicine.
In a heartfelt gesture, resident doctors presented a bouquet to Mr. Mohammad Imran, thanking him for his crucial role in facilitating the long-awaited stipend disbursement for Unani medical residents.
A thought-provoking panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Mohammad Anas, brought together voices from academia and clinical practice to examine the post-independence trajectory of Unani medicine and explore strategies to strengthen the system in contemporary times. Speakers highlighted the institutional role of the AIUTC and emphasised the need for research integration, quality enhancement, and value-based healthcare delivery.
Dr. Mohammad Mohsin, Chairman, Department of Amraze Jild wa Zohrawia, presented formal citations and urged the younger generation to lead efforts in revitalising and mainstreaming the Unani healthcare framework.
Prof. Badrudduja Khan, Principal of AKTC, and Prof. Ferasat Ali Khan, Dean, Faculty of Unani Medicine stressed the importance of collaborative academic engagement and reflected on Unani medicine’s historical contributions to public health.
The event an enthusiastic witnessed participation from faculty members, researchers, and officials from the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), reinforcing the collaborative momentum required to promote and modernise Unani medical education and practice.
The programme was conducted by Dr. Mohammad Anas.
