The Center may introduce a national Florence Nightingale-style award to honor doctors

“There have been cases of irregularities and nepotism, but recognition of doctors is always welcome – provided deserving individuals receive it,” said Dr. Dilip Bhanushali, immediate past president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), a body representing more than 400,000 doctors across the country. “This initiative must not turn into a political exercise to please certain individuals. I recommend setting up an independent, three-member selection committee comprising one representative each from the government, NMC and IMA to finalize the beneficiaries fairly.”