New Delhi, President Draupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026 on 15 nursing professionals in recognition of their exemplary service and contribution in enhancing public healthcare delivery.
The President said on this occasion: “Nursing professionals embody the highest standards of service and play a critical role in providing high-quality health care, often in the most difficult circumstances. I commend all award winners for their inspiring dedication to duty and tireless efforts in maintaining the highest standards of patient care.”
15 nurses from various regions and healthcare settings were honored for their unwavering dedication to enhancing public health service delivery and their outstanding commitment to community well-being.
The awards were presented at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Union Health Minister JP Nadda.
In her message, the President said that this occasion is a fitting tribute to the invaluable contribution of nursing personnel and healthcare professionals who serve the nation with unwavering compassion and dedication.
Established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Florence Nightingale National Award recognizes the dedication, compassion and resilience of nursing professionals, including registered nurses, midwives, auxiliary nurse-midwives and health visitors serving in the Central, State, Union Territories and voluntary organizations.
The award carries a certificate of appreciation, which is a cash award of $1 lakh and a medal.
The winners included six male and female nurses from across the country, including Ladakh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Delhi, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep.
The Ministry of Health statement said that nurses play a pivotal role in addressing multiple health challenges, and they are also essential in providing evidence-based and accessible health care.
He also highlighted initiatives taken to strengthen the nursing workforce, including the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Act and the establishment of 157 nursing colleges co-located with medical colleges in the country.
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