Union Minister Jitendra Singh Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Diabetes Research

Union Minister Jitendra Singh received the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' at the International Meet of medical professionals. Recognized for his contributions to diabetes research and care, Singh has been a respected figure in both medical and political fields, earning accolades nationally and internationally.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh was awarded the prestigious 'Lifetime Achievement Award' during the International Meet of medical professionals and Medicos, an official statement revealed. The Ministry of Science and Technology confirmed that Singh was honored for his extraordinary dedication to diabetology, diabetes care, and diabetes research, achieving national and global recognition.

Dr. V. Mohan, Chairman of Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialty Centre and Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, lauded Singh as a remarkable teacher, researcher, and practitioner. Singh's journey from grassroots to a notable figure has brought prestige to his state and country. He is one of the few to have been elected to the Lok Sabha for three successive terms and appointed to the Union Council of Ministers for the third term.

Singh is known for his integrity and commitment, earning the admiration of three generations of colleagues. He holds the rare honor of being a Lifetime Patron of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India, the nation's foremost association for Diabetologists. Singh's numerous accolades include the 'Gold Medal for Oration' and the 'Jamna Devi Gian Devi Award' for journalism. His work on diabetes has been recognized by WHO. The audience gave him a standing ovation as he received the award.