KGMU Honours Prof. Amita Jain at Superannuation Ceremony

Lucknow :A heartfelt superannuation ceremony was held at King George’s Medical University (KGMU) to celebrate the remarkable career and contributions of Prof. Amita Jain, Dean Academics and Head of the Department of Microbiology. The event recognized her legacy in medical microbiology, particularly in the area of virology, and her enduring influence on the institution and generations of students.

The ceremony commenced with a welcome address and the formal reading of the citation, which traced Prof. Jain’s professional journey, highlighting her pioneering research, academic leadership, and dedicated service to KGMU. Known for her scientific rigour and grace under pressure, Prof. Jain has been a guiding force in both clinical practice and academic development at the university.

In her emotional address, Prof. Jain reflected on her decades-long association with KGMU. She expressed deep gratitude to her mentors, students, colleagues, and family, acknowledging the collective spirit that fueled her career. “This institution has been more than just a workplace—it’s been a family,” she remarked.

Prof. (Dr.) Soniya Nityanand, Vice Chancellor of KGMU, paid a glowing tribute to Prof. Jain, describing her as a “pillar of strength during institutional challenges” and “a mentor to generations of medical professionals.” She lauded Prof. Jain’s ability to balance cutting-edge research with compassionate mentorship and called her a “beacon of academic excellence.”

The event was graced by several eminent faculty members from across departments, including:

Prof. Virendra Atam, who has now assumed the role of Dean Academics

Prof. Anjoo Agarwal, Pro-Vice Chancellor

Prof. K.K. Singh, President, KGMU Teachers’ Association (KGMUTA)

Prof. Vimala Venkatesh

Prof. Rishi Sethi

Prof. Vijay Kumar

Prof. Prashant

Prof. Rajkumar

Dr. Sheetal Verma

Colleagues praised Prof. Jain’s unmatched commitment to teaching, innovation in microbiological diagnostics, and her leadership during public health emergencies. Many highlighted her role during the COVID-19 pandemic, where her department played a critical role in diagnosis and containment.

Students and junior faculty members expressed admiration for her empathetic mentorship and encouragement of academic inquiry, which they said helped shape their own professional paths.

As Prof. Amita Jain steps into a well-deserved retirement, the ceremony served as both a tribute and a celebration of her enduring impact. Her legacy, deeply embedded in the corridors of KGMU, will continue to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals and scientists.