Smt. Parminder Chopra, CMD of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art Anatomy laboratory at the Department of Medical Sciences and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). Supported by a CSR grant of ₹16.5 crore from PFC, this advanced facility represents a significant leap forward in medical education and research in India.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by several distinguished figures, including Shri Manoj Sharma, Director (Commercial) of PFC; Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras; Shri Ali Shah, Executive Director, CSR; Prof. R. Krishna Kumar, Institute Professor; Prof. Boby George, HoD of the Department of Medical Sciences & Technology; Prof. Ashwin Mahalingam, Dean-Designate of Alumni and Corporate Relations; Shri Kaviraj Nair, OIA, along with other officials from PFC.
The new Anatomy laboratory is a cutting-edge facility, specifically designed to integrate advanced technology into the innovative BS Degree Programme in Medical Sciences & Engineering at IIT Madras. It is the first dry Anatomy lab of its kind in India that meets medical college standards, offering a unique learning environment where students can gain hands-on experience in a field traditionally dominated by conventional methods. This pioneering step not only enhances the quality of medical education but also promotes innovation by encouraging students to develop disruptive product ideas. The hope is that this exposure will lead to the creation of indigenous medical products, reducing India’s dependence on imports and advancing self-reliance in the medical field.
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Smt. Parminder Chopra emphasized the importance of this project, stating, “We are proud to be associated with this transformative project at IIT Madras. Our commitment extends beyond infrastructure financing; as a responsible corporate entity, we believe in enriching lives through our CSR initiatives and contributing to building a better society. This innovative first-of-its-kind Anatomy lab can be used to explore new technologies for the development of powerful medical devices. By applying engineering principles to medical knowledge, such research has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare sector.”
