IMA State Working Committee Meeting Returns to Lucknow After 22 Years

Lucknow : The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Lucknow Branch, hosted a Gala Dinner and Welcome Reception at Aamodh Resort on Saturday, August 22, 2026, marking the eve of the 3rd State Working Committee (SWC) Meeting 2026. The prestigious gathering brought together senior medical practitioners, state office-bearers, and public representatives from across Uttar Pradesh.

The reception facilitated key interactions between the medical community and state legislators regarding healthcare challenges and policy development. Prominent dignitaries in attendance included Dr. Amit Chauhan (MLA, Bikapur), Asim Kumar (MLA, Tamkuhi Raj), Dr. Surabhi (MLA, Kaimganj), Dr. Neeraj Bora (MLA, Lucknow North), and Dr. Manglesh Kumar Srivastava (Mayor of Gorakhpur).

The core proceedings of the 3rd State Working Committee Meeting commence at 9:00 AM on Sunday, August 23, 2026, alongside the day-long State Level Refresher Course & CME 2026. Key focal points for the sessions include:

Organisational & Policy Deliberations: Discussions will address practitioner safety, healthcare delivery challenges, and administrative strategies to strengthen statewide medical infrastructure.

Continuing Medical Education (CME): Academic sessions led by medical experts will focus on clinical advances, modern treatment protocols, and contemporary healthcare management.

Historical Milestone: This event marks the return of the quarterly State Working Committee meeting to Lucknow after a 22-year hiatus.

Dr. Shweta Srivastava, Organising Honorary Secretary, expressed pride in hosting the event, highlighting its dual purpose as an organizational platform and an academic forum. Dr. Manoj Kumar Asthana, President of IMA Lucknow Branch, reaffirmed the association's commitment to safeguarding doctors' interests while advancing public healthcare standards through continuous professional education.