Organised by:
The Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI), Delhi Branch
In collaboration
MTOR Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Mode: Virtual
Date: 28 September 2026
Time: 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM
Moderator: Ms Bhavya Khattar

Introduction

On the occasion of World Rabies Day, 28 September 2026, the Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI), Delhi Branch, in collaboration with MTOR Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., organised a virtual Rabies Awareness Programme to enhance awareness and knowledge regarding rabies prevention, immediate care following animal bites, evidence-based management, and the role of different stakeholders in rabies prevention and control.

The programme brought together experts from community medicine, nursing services, animal husbandry and the animal welfare sector. The session covered important and practical aspects of rabies, with particular emphasis on timely first aid, WHO recommendations, newer initiatives, responsible animal management, and common myths and facts related to rabies. The programme was conducted from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM as planned.

Proceedings of the Programme

The webinar commenced at 3:00 PM with the Opening Remarks by Ms Jyoti Binod, Marketing Head, MTOR Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. She formally welcomed the participants and set the context for the awareness programme.

This was followed by the Welcome Address by Ms Yangchen Dolma, President, TNAI Delhi Branch, who welcomed the speakers and participants and highlighted the importance of raising awareness and taking timely action to prevent rabies-related deaths.

The first technical session, “Rabies: The Silent Threat,” was delivered by Dr Kartik Chadhar, Senior Resident, Department of Community Medicine, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital. The session focused on rabies as a significant public health concern and emphasised the importance of awareness and preventive measures.

The next session, “First 15 Minutes Care: Do’s and Don’ts,” was delivered by Ms Himanshi, Nursing Officer at the Dog Bite OPD, Safdarjung Hospital. The session highlighted the importance of appropriate immediate care after a dog bite and reinforced the essential do’s and don’ts to help reduce the risk of rabies after exposure. The schedule allocated 10 minutes for this important practical session.

The programme continued with “WHO Guidelines & Newer Initiatives,” presented by Dr Aditi, Senior Resident, Community Medicine Department, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital. The session provided an opportunity for participants to understand current guidelines and newer initiatives related to rabies prevention and management.

The next expert session, “Role of Animal Husbandry in Rabies,” was delivered by Dr Debalina Mitra, Deputy Commissioner (AH), Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India. The session highlighted the important role of the animal husbandry sector in rabies prevention and control and underscored the need for coordinated efforts between the human and animal health sectors.

Vote of Thanks

The formal programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr V Indumathy, Secretary, TNAI Delhi Branch, who expressed gratitude to the speakers, collaborators, moderator, organising team, and participants for their valuable contributions towards making the awareness programme meaningful and informative.

Interactive Session and Quiz

The concluding segment comprised an Interactive Question-and-Answer Session and Quiz, facilitated by the organising team. This provided participants with an opportunity to clarify their queries, reinforce key learning points, and actively engage with rabies prevention and control. The interactive segment was scheduled from 3:57 PM to 4:15 PM.

📢 Announcement: World Rabies Day Quiz Winners

TNAI Delhi State Branch, in association with MTOR Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., is pleased to announce the winners of the quiz conducted during the World Rabies Day International Webinar (28/09/26)

🥇 1st Prize (Rs.3000/- Voucher): Ms Babita Rani, Nursing Officer, Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital

🥈 2nd Prize (Rs.2500/- Voucher): Ms Ayushi Kumari, 3^rd Year B.Sc. Nursing Student, College of Nursing, LHMC

🥉 3rd Prize (Rs.2000/- Voucher): Ms Diksha Biswal, Nursing Faculty, Lakshmi Bai Batra College of Nursing, IP University

Congratulations to all the winners! 🎉 We sincerely thank all participants for their enthusiastic involvement and valuable contribution to making the webinar a success.

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The Indian Society of Perinatology and Reproductive Biology (ISOPARB), Delhi Chapter, in collaboration with the Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI), Delhi State Branch, organized a Continuing Medical Education/Continuing Nursing Education (CME/CNE) programme on “Recent Updates in Labor Management” on 22 August 2026 (Saturday) at the TNAI Headquarters, L-17, Green Park, New Delhi from 2 pm to 4.30pm.

The programme brought together medical and nursing professionals to update their knowledge and understanding of contemporary approaches to labour management, with emphasis on evidence-based practice, timely clinical decision-making, technology, and management of special cases.

Inaugural Session

The programme commenced at 2:15 PM with a welcome address by Mrs. Yangchen Dolma, President, TNAI Delhi State Branch, who welcomed the distinguished faculty, EC members of Delhi Branch, speakers, panellists, nursing professionals, and participants.

This was followed by prayer and lamp lighting, marking the formal inauguration of the CME/CNE programme.

Session I

The first academic session commenced with the Welcome Address and Release of the Newsletter by Dr. Sumita Mehta, President, ISOPARB, Delhi.

The scientific sessions covered important and clinically relevant topics:

• Redefining Normal Labor – presented by Dr. Sumiti Mehta Dixit, with Dr. Mala Srivastava as Chairperson. The session focused on the contemporary understanding of normal labour and the importance of appropriate monitoring and supportive care.
• Diagnosing Labor Arrest: When to Wait and When to Intervene? – presented by Dr. Neha Puri Gulati, chaired by Dr. Rinku Sen Gupta Dhar and Dr. Harmeet Khurana. The session highlighted appropriate assessment of labour progress and the importance of timely decision-making regarding intervention.
• AI in Labor Management – presented by Dr. Neha Varun. The session introduced the emerging role of artificial intelligence and technology in supporting clinical decision-making and improving labour management.

Session II – Panel Discussion

The second session featured an interactive Panel Discussion on “Management of Labor in Special Cases”, providing an opportunity for participants to gain practical insights from experts representing different areas of maternity care.

The panel included:

• Dr. Anshul Rohatgi
• Dr. Divya Chauhan
• Dr. Bhanupriya
• Dr. Sonal Prasad
• Ms. Jency Mol Jaboy, Nursing Officer, LHMC
• Dr. Y. M. Mala
• Dr. Poonam Sachdeva
• Dr. Arifa Anwar Elahi

The discussion addressed the complexities involved in managing labour in special and challenging clinical situations. The multidisciplinary interaction emphasized the importance of teamwork, timely referral, clinical judgement, evidence-based interventions, and coordinated obstetric and nursing care.

Key Learning Outcomes

The CME/CNE provided participants with an opportunity to:

1. Update their knowledge regarding current concepts and practices in normal labour management.
2. Understand appropriate assessment of labour progress and identification of labour arrest.
3. Recognize situations where continued observation is appropriate and when intervention may be required.
4. Explore the emerging applications of Artificial Intelligence in labour management.
5. Strengthen clinical decision-making in the management of special cases.
6. Appreciate the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration between obstetricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
7. Reinforce the principles of safe, respectful, evidence-based and woman-centred maternity care.

Conclusion

The CME/CNE on “Recent Updates in Labor Management” was an academically enriching and professionally relevant programme. The collaboration between ISOPARB, Delhi Chapter and TNAI Delhi State Branch provided an effective platform for sharing current knowledge, clinical expertise, and practical experiences in labour management.

The programme reinforced the commitment of both organizations towards continuous professional development, evidence-based maternity care, safer childbirth, and improved maternal and neonatal outcomes.

The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. V. Indumathy, Secretary, TNAI Delhi State Branch, expressing gratitude to the organizing team, faculty, panelists, participants, and all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the CME/CNE.

(A4 size envelope cover and write on the cover page as “Delhi State Nursing Excellence Award 2026”)

Last Date to send the Application is 30th April 2026 (ONLY HARD COPY of Applications Entertained)

Kindly send/submit the filled-in Application forms with all the required documents addressed to :

The TNAI Delhi Branch, C/O The Trained Nurses Association of India Headquarters, L17, Florence Nightingale Lane, Green Park Main, New Delhi – 110016

Download the Application from the link attached here:

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Date of SNAI Election: 13 March 2026
Venue: Florence Nightingale College of Nursing, GTB Hospital, Delhi

The Student Nurses’ Association of India (SNAI) Election Program for the academic year 2026 was successfully conducted at Florence Nightingale College of Nursing, GTB Hospital, Delhi. The purpose of organising the election program was to promote leadership, responsibility, and active participation among student nurses.

The program was organised systematically in the presence of distinguished dignitaries, faculty members, and student representatives from various nursing institutions.

SNAI Election Inauguration:

The program commenced with the registration of SNA representatives from 9:00 to 9:30 AM. The program started with Lamp Lighting and Saraswati Vandana, symbolising knowledge and wisdom.

The Welcome Address was delivered by Ms D. Shanthi Sankar, Delhi State SNAI Advisor, who warmly welcomed the chief guests, dignitaries, faculty members, and all students. In her address, she highlighted the importance of leadership among student nurses. She encouraged students to ensure a fair and transparent election process and to select capable leaders who could effectively serve the Student Nurses Association of Delhi Branch.

The dignitaries were felicitated with saplings as a symbol of appreciation and sustainability.

This was followed by the Presidential Address by Ms Yangchen Dolma, President, TNAI Delhi State Branch, who motivated the students to participate in the election process actively and emphasised the importance of conducting a fair election.

The Special Note Address was delivered by Ms T. S. Hameed, Principal, Florence Nightingale College of Nursing. She appreciated the initiative taken to organise the election program and encouraged students to uphold professional ethics, teamwork, and commitment in their nursing careers.

Mrs S. Vatchala Dhinakaran, National SNAI Advisor & Assistant Secretary General, TNAI HQ, delivered a Keynote Address on SNAI. She explained the structure, objectives, and various activities of SNAI. She also informed the participants that SNAI elections will now be held annually, to provide more opportunities for students to participate in the electoral process and to develop leadership skills, teamwork, confidence, and organisational abilities.

SNAI Voting Process

Before the commencement of the election, Ms Bhavesh, Principal, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital College of Nursing, and Returning Officer for the 2026 SNAI Elections, clearly explained the rules and regulations of SNAI Elections to all participants to ensure transparency, fairness, and the smooth conduct of the election process.

The election was planned for three positions, but held for only two, namely;

1. SNAI Chairperson  
2. SNAI Joint Secretary

The ANM Student Representative Post was declared elected before the start of the SNAI Election process by the Returning Officer. All other remaining posts—SNAI Vice Chairperson, SNAI Secretary, SNAI Treasurer, and SNAI Programme Chairperson—were declared unopposed on 3^rd March 2026, as per SNAI Circular, due to no opponent contesting the above-mentioned posts.

Following this, the contestants’ self-introductions were conducted, during which each candidate introduced themselves, shared their vision and plans for strengthening SNAI activities, and asked for a vote and support.

The election was conducted from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM, followed by vote countingunder the supervision of the Returning Officer and TNAI Executive members. The results were officially declared by the Returning Officer, Ms Bhavesh, Principal, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital.

Declaration of Elected Candidates

The following candidates were elected to the SNAI Executive Committee 2026 of TNAI Delhi State Branch:

• SNAI Chairperson: Ms Ridham Saini – PD CON (Elected by Open Election)
• SNAI Vice Chairperson: Ms Anshika Gautam – Kasturba College of Nursing (Declared Unopposed)
• SNAI Secretary: Ms Naincy Kumari Sharma – RAK College of Nursing (Declared Unopposed)
• SNAI Joint Secretary: Ms Nivedhya Venu Gopal – Apollo School of Nursing (Elected by Open Election)
• SNAI Treasurer: Ms Simranjeet Kaur – JRT School of Nursing (Declared Unopposed)
• SNAI Programme Chairperson: Ms Irtiqa Farooq – Florence Nightingale College of Nursing (Declared Unopposed)
• ANM Student Representative: Ms Sheetal – Rural Health Training Centre, Najafgarh (Elected by Open Election)

The dignitaries congratulated all the newly elected candidates and encouraged them to perform their duties with dedication, integrity, and enthusiasm for the progress of SNAI and the nursing profession.

Felicitation of Outgoing SNAI Office Bearers

A felicitation ceremony was held to recognise and appreciate the dedicated service of the outgoing SNAI office bearers, who were presented with a memento and a certificate.

The following outgoing members were felicitated:

• Ms Agnes Joseph – SNAI Chairperson
• Ms Diya Merin Josy – SNAI Vice Chairperson
• Ms Vidhi Bisht – SNAI Secretary
• Ms Rupanshi– SNAI Joint Secretary
• Ms Aleena Jepson – SNAI Programme Chairperson
• Ms Srishti – SNAI Treasurer
• Ms Sapna – ANM Student Representative

TNAI Delhi State Executive Members Present

The following TNAI Delhi State Branch Executive Members were present on the day of the event:

• Ms Yangchen Dolma – President
• Dr Rekha Anil Kumar – Vice President
• Ms Savita Devi – Joint Secretary
• Ms D. Shanthi Sankar– SNAI Advisor
• Ms Suman R. Kashyap – Chairperson, Membership Committee
• Ms Geeta Rani – ANM/LHV Representative Committee

Valedictory Session

During the Valedictory Session, the SNAI Executive Committee for 2025–2026 presented a report on their tenure, highlighting the various academic, cultural, and professional activities conducted during their term.

The program concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Ms Savita Devi, Joint Secretary, TNAI, who expressed sincere gratitude to the dignitaries, special appreciation to the principal & organisers of Florence Nightingale College of Nursing, faculty members, and students for their valuable support and participation in making the event a grand success.

Theme: Empathic Healthcare and Meaningful Community Engagement of People Living with Multiple Long-Term Conditions (MLTCs)
Date: August 21–22, 2025
Time: 09:30 am – 4:00 pm IST
Venue: National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi

Introduction

The Empowering Healthcare Professionals workshop was conducted by HRIDAY in collaboration with the Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI) – Delhi Branch, with support from the National Institute for Health Care and Research (NIHR), University of Leicester, Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), and Kathmandu Medical College.

The workshop was conceptualized as a sensitisation and co-creation programme to develop a structured course module on empathic healthcare and meaningful community engagement for healthcare workers, nursing professionals, and allied personnel. The event provided a platform for joint learning, dialogue, and curriculum development to strengthen the response to Multiple Long-Term Conditions (MLTCs).

Main Objective

The primary objective of the workshop was to co-create a comprehensive course module that integrates:
– Empathic healthcare and communication skills
– Cultural competence in healthcare delivery
– Strategies for effective community engagement and involvement (CEI)
– Behaviour change and self-care support methods for sustainable outcomes

Target Audience

The participants were members of the TNAI Delhi Branch, bringing in perspectives from:
 1. Community health services – frontline nurses, CHOs, PHNs, ANMs, ASHAs
 2. Hospital-based nursing care – across clinical specialities
 3. Medical and teaching institutions – educators and academic trainers

This diversity enriched the co-creation process by combining practical nursing experience, community realities, and academic insights.

Programme Details

Day 1: August 21, 2025
Opening Remarks: Framed the need for empathic healthcare and community engagement in MLTCs
Scientific Sessions included: HRIDAY & NIHR MLTCs programme overview, training goals, NCD burden, MLTC clusters and management challenges, health literacy and digital empowerment.
Breakout Sessions: Participants identified core elements for the course module, such as health literacy, use of digital tools, and self-care strategies
Closing: Reflections on empathy and knowledge-driven care

Day 2: August 22, 2025
Recap of Day 1: Dr. Priyanka
Scientific Sessions included: CEI strategies, Community Champion case studies, empathic patient care, implementation research, CEI models and art-based methods.
Breakout Sessions: Focused on shaping module components on empathy training, CEI frameworks, and trust-building
Closing: Feedback, certificate distribution, and finalisation of draft module outline

Workshop Outcome: Draft Course Module Framework

The co-creation process led to a detailed draft course module with the following components:

1. Understanding MLTCs and the Role of Empathy
   – Burden of NCDs/MLTCs, empathy in healthcare, patient narratives
2. Empathic Communication Skills
   – Active listening, non-verbal cues, handling difficult conversations, role-play
3. Cultural Competence in Care
   – Diversity, stigma, gender, self-reflection on bias
4. Community Engagement and Involvement (CEI)
   – CEI principles, Community Champions, case examples
5. Health Literacy and Digital Empowerment
   – Simplifying medical language, telemedicine, exercise: education material
6. Self-Care and Caregiver Empowerment
   – Patient-centred self-care, supporting caregivers, activity: care plan
7. Behaviour Change Communication (BCC)
   – Theories, motivational interviewing, activity: behaviour-change messages
8. Implementation, Reflection, and Art-Based Methods
   – Applying empathy/CEI in practice, overcoming barriers, storytelling, and action planning

Highlights

– HRIDAY–TNAI Delhi Branch collaboration enriched content with nursing perspectives
– Co-creation ensured practical, context-sensitive module design
– Community Champion stories grounded the framework in real-world realities
– Breakout sessions resulted in concrete, structured module content

Feedback and Outcome

Participants appreciated being co-creators of the module, rather than passive learners. They felt the framework would directly apply across hospital, community, and teaching settings, ensuring relevance and sustainability.

The Link for the workshop photos:

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Conclusion

The Empowering Healthcare Professionals workshop, conducted by HRIDAY in collaboration with TNAI Delhi Branch, achieved its goal of co-creating a course module on empathic healthcare and community engagement. By combining expert knowledge, nursing perspectives, and lived experiences, the workshop produced a practical framework for future capacity building. The programme concluded with certificate distribution, positive feedback, and a shared commitment to advancing compassionate and people-centred healthcare in India.https://01164546720-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/shishirendu_hriday-shan_org/EvLKaHcIMkVNqpO8dbK4jS4BmSzn3ibdKwEuYfrMuxh_Tg?e=qzcecA