Building Bridges of Compassion
SBI Donates Wheelchairs and Barricades to PGIMER to Enhance Patient Care
“The relationship that endures is one that transcends transactions, and PGIMER & SBI exemplify this through our shared warmth and camaraderie’ : Director, PGIMER
In a momentous gesture of corporate social responsibility, State Bank of India (SBI) has donated 75 wheelchairs and 160 barricades to PGIMER to enhance the accessibility and comfort of patients within the esteemed institute.
Prof. Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER, expressed heartfelt gratitude for SBI’s generous contribution, highlighting the enduring relationship between the two organizations as he stated, “The relationships that endure transcend mere transactions. PGIMER and SBI exemplify this through our shared warmth and camaraderie. Our greatest asset lies in our collective commitment to fostering an ecosystem that prioritizes assistance and accessibility.”
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“This magnanimous donation is a reflection of the core values both our institutions uphold,” added Prof. Lal. “We deeply appreciate SBI’s ongoing support in enhancing the patient experience at PGIMER, and this partnership will undoubtedly make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients while further solidifying our long-term association.”
Mr. Krishan Sharma, Chief General Manager of SBI’s Chandigarh Local Head Office, acknowledged PGIMER’s unwavering dedication to patient care. “I have had the privilege of witnessing the PGIMER team’s exceptional commitment to providing outstanding care to those in need. It is truly inspiring to see how the institute’s mission aligns with SBI’s values of empathy, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As an integral part of Indian society, SBI is honoured to collaborate with PGIMER.”
Coincidentally Both Prof. Vivek Lal and Mr. Krishan Sharma, having been educated at Kendriya Vidyalaya and sharing an Army background, connected on a personal level, recounting anecdotes that illustrated the rich value system promoted by their institutions.
The donation ceremony was attended by dignitaries including Prof. R.K. Ratho, Dean (Academics); Prof. Vipin Koushal, Medical Superintendent; Dr. R.S. Bhogal from the Department of Hospital Administration, PGIMER, among others. SBI was represented by Mr. Sujit Kumar, GM, SBI, NW-2, LHO, Chandigarh, Mr. Teekam Singh Gehlot, DGM, SBI, AO Panchkula and Mr. Rohit Sharma, AGM, PGIMER, Chandigarh
The event marked the continuation of a long-standing partnership between SBI and PGIMER, with both institutions sharing a rich history of mutual respect and cooperation.
