Bhubaneswar, Dec 5, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday lauded a 100-year-old woman doctor, K. Lakshmi Bai from Berhampur in Odisha, who celebrated her 100th birthday by donating all her life savings to AIIMS, Bhubaneswar, to undertake research in the field of Gynaecological malignancy.

In her message, the President said, “This is a very significant step towards women’s empowerment, and I deeply appreciate your thoughtful gesture. Governments are working to provide affordable and accessible healthcare to all. I am confident that the participation of generous citizens like you will inspire others to come forward and support the government’s initiatives.”

“I understand that you have always worked for the empowerment of girls and women during about four decades long career. Your life i

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