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Navrachana University Launches Centre for Public Health in Vadodara
A university in India called Navrachana University started a new centre to help people stay healthy.
It is called the Centre for Public Health.
Public health means taking care of whole communities, not just sick individuals.
The centre was opened on August 8, 2026.
A big leader named Dr. Meenesh Shah came to the opening ceremony.
The centre will bring together doctors, scientists, farmers, and many other experts.
They will work together to solve health problems.
The centre will also help students learn how to keep people healthy.
It wants to make sure everyone everywhere can be healthy and well.
Navrachana University inaugurated its Centre for Public Health on August 8, 2026, in Vadodara, Gujarat.
The Centre is a multidisciplinary initiative of the School of Science promoting research, education, innovation, and community engagement.
Dr. Meenesh Shah, Chairman of the National Dairy Development Board, attended as Chief Guest, with Dr. Bhavesh Modi as Guest of Honour.
The Centre's work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals including SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 2, SDG 5, and SDG 13.
The launch was followed by a panel discussion on 'Public Health in the 21st Century through the One Health Approach.'
- Who
- Navrachana University, with Chief Guest Dr. Meenesh Shah, Chairman of the National Dairy Development Board, and Guest of Honour Dr. Bhavesh Modi of the National Institute of Occupational Health (ICMR).
- What
- Inaugurated the Centre for Public Health, a multidisciplinary initiative of the School of Science focused on research, education, innovation, and community engagement.
- Where
- Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
- When
- August 8, 2026.
- Why
- To address emerging public health challenges through evidence-based research, professional training, partnerships, and translating research into policy and practice, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Key facts
- Institution
- Navrachana University, Vadodara
- New Initiative
- Centre for Public Health, under the School of Science
- Inauguration Date
- August 8, 2026
- Chief Guest
- Dr. Meenesh Shah, Chairman, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)
- Guest of Honour
- Dr. Bhavesh Modi, Director and Scientist, National Institute of Occupational Health (ICMR)
- Centre Head
- Prof. Sirimavo Nair, Head and Honorary Professor
- Linked UN SDGs
- SDG 3, SDG 2, SDG 5, SDG 13
- Website
- nuv.ac.in
Quotes
Prof. A. V. Ramachandran
Professor, Emeritus & Mentor, School of Science, Navrachana University
“The launch of the Centre for Public Health reflects our commitment to addressing emerging health challenges through research, innovation, and collaboration. The future is not something we inherit; it is something we create through knowledge, innovation, and service.”
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“One Health is not merely a slogan, discipline, or profession – it is a practice. Through the Centre for Public Health, we aim to translate research into meaningful, community‑focused solutions that improve health and well‑being for all.”
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Dr. Darshee Baxi
Associate Dean, School of Science, Navrachana University
“Today’s public health challenges demand interdisciplinary, evidence‑based collaboration. The Centre for Public Health will drive novel discoveries through a life‑course approach to preventive healthcare while serving as a transformative learning platform for students. By engaging with real‑world health challenges, students will develop the skills, innovative mindset, and societal perspective needed to become future leaders in science and public health.”
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