Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable act of philanthropy just days before her 100th birthday, renowned gynaecologist Dr. K. Laxmi Bai has gifted a substantial sum of ₹3.4 crore from her personal savings to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Bhubaneswar. This extraordinary donation will be used to establish and support a specialised gynaecological oncology program, dedicated entirely to providing advanced cancer care for women. 
Dr. Laxmi Bai, who will celebrate her centenary on December 5th, made this immense contribution to enhance the medical institute’s capacity to fight female cancers. She intends for her generosity to inspire future generations of medical professionals. Furthermore, she hopes the fund will bring hope and advanced treatment to countless women in Odisha and neighboring regions who are battling this serious disease.
The formal announcement of this life-changing donation is set to coincide with her 100th birthday celebration this week. Dr. Bai, who currently resides in Berhampur, has expressed profound satisfaction in dedicating her lifetime earnings to the healthcare sector, specifically to improve women’s cancer services. Her former students, Professor P. Bharati and Dr. Bharati Mishra, are actively managing the planning and execution of this significant new initiative at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar.
Her exceptional academic record and dedication to medicine earned her a highly competitive one-year stipend. This allowed her to pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, USA, further expanding her expertise and international perspective on healthcare delivery.
Dr. Bai started her professional journey in 1950 at the Government Hospital in Sundargarh. She steadily advanced through the ranks, demonstrating unwavering commitment to her patients and students. She eventually retired in 1986 as a respected Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology from MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur.
Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Laxmi Bai received numerous accolades recognizing her tireless service and contribution to public health and education. These include the Bharat Jyoti Award, the International Friendship Society Award, and the Best Citizen of India Award, among others. Her recent donation cements her legacy not only as an outstanding physician but also as a powerful advocate for women’s health in India. Her generosity will ensure that her passion for healing continues to benefit women for decades to come.
Dr. Laxmi Bai, who will celebrate her centenary on December 5th, made this immense contribution to enhance the medical institute’s capacity to fight female cancers. She intends for her generosity to inspire future generations of medical professionals. Furthermore, she hopes the fund will bring hope and advanced treatment to countless women in Odisha and neighboring regions who are battling this serious disease.
The formal announcement of this life-changing donation is set to coincide with her 100th birthday celebration this week. Dr. Bai, who currently resides in Berhampur, has expressed profound satisfaction in dedicating her lifetime earnings to the healthcare sector, specifically to improve women’s cancer services. Her former students, Professor P. Bharati and Dr. Bharati Mishra, are actively managing the planning and execution of this significant new initiative at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar.
A Pioneer in Indian Medicine
Dr. Laxmi Bai is a true pioneer in Indian medicine, boasting a distinguished career that spans over three decades. She was a member of the first-ever batch of MBBS students at the prestigious SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, beginning her studies in 1945. After completing her foundational medical education, she further specialized, obtaining her DGO (Diploma in Gynaecology and Obstetrics) and M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Madras Medical College in 1958.Her exceptional academic record and dedication to medicine earned her a highly competitive one-year stipend. This allowed her to pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, USA, further expanding her expertise and international perspective on healthcare delivery.
Dr. Bai started her professional journey in 1950 at the Government Hospital in Sundargarh. She steadily advanced through the ranks, demonstrating unwavering commitment to her patients and students. She eventually retired in 1986 as a respected Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology from MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur.
Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Laxmi Bai received numerous accolades recognizing her tireless service and contribution to public health and education. These include the Bharat Jyoti Award, the International Friendship Society Award, and the Best Citizen of India Award, among others. Her recent donation cements her legacy not only as an outstanding physician but also as a powerful advocate for women’s health in India. Her generosity will ensure that her passion for healing continues to benefit women for decades to come.
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