Day 1 : Inauguration
Breastfeeding Week 2025 was inaugurated at Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital with the theme
“Prioritize Breastfeeding: Create a Sustainable Support System.”
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Day 2: Essay Program
On occasion of Breastfeeding weekday 2(August 2) activity was essay writing competition among postgraduate students based on the theme" Prioritize Breastfeeding create sustainable support system". About 30 students participated was judged by Dr Venkatesh , neonatologist. This was held to assess the awareness among the students.
Day 3
Day 4: Quiz Program
On occasion of Breastfeeding week day 4 activity (4th August) was quiz for students regarding breastfeeding … postgraduate students of Pediatrics, Obg and interns participated …quiz master was Dr Shivakumar… programme was attended by about 50 doctors. Winners for quiz competiton are Dr.Niharika Raju and Dr.Sanjana from obg department.
This helped all of us to enlighten about history and various topic on breastfeeding… programme was concluded by vote of thanks by Dr .Rajanish K V , Hod and professor Pediatrics department RRMCH
Day 5: Cooking competition
Day 5 activity on August 5th there was cooking competition theme being mothers healthy lactating diet..this was done to remove the myths regarding mothers healthy lactating diet and was explained to the mothers participated by postgraduate students and nursing students.
Day 6 : Awareness in hospital lobby
Day 6 activity on occasion of World breastfeeding week celebration started with flash mob at hospital waiting lobby followed by awareness talk by Dr Rajanish K V , Professor and head of Pediatrics regarding breastfeeding and its importance to the crowd and followed by skit and Mime by nursing students
Prizes were given to all the winners of various competitions and the programme was concluded by Vote of thanks
Day 7 : PHC Visit
PHC Visit was done by staff and Postgraduates from rrmch and awareness was created regarding Breastfeeding and its importance to the mothers. Occasion was graced by our beloved HOD Dr.Rajanish K V ,Professor Dr.Venkateshmurthy ,Dr.Arpitha & Postgraduates.
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The
Department of Paediatrics at
RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital (RRMCH) successfully conducted an
Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) on
20th July 2025 at the
state-of-the-art Skill Lab.
This certified training program was conducted under the guidelines of the
National Neonatal Resuscitation Program, backed by the
Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP). A total of
34 delegates from various medical institutions participated, gaining hands-on experience in essential neonatal resuscitation techniques.
The sessions were led by
Dr. Umamaheswari (Lead Instructor) along with a dedicated team of faculty:
Dr. Chandrakala, Dr. Marthandappa, Dr. Shashikala, and Dr. Sahana. Dr Venkateshmurthy served as the course coordinator.
The event was inaugurated by
Dr. Rajanish, Professor & Head of the Department of Pediatrics, RRMCH.
This initiative is a testament to RRMCH’s commitment to improving neonatal healthcare outcomes through continuous professional training, evidence-based practices, and skill development.
On July 6, 2025, our college team proudly represented Rajarajeshwari Medical College and Hospital (RRMCH) at the prestigious inter-college fest
PROMETHEUS, hosted by MS Ramaiah Medical College. Competing in the
“Non-Thematic Group Dance” category against six talented teams, our students showcased outstanding creativity, coordination, and energy.
We are thrilled to announce that RRMCH secured
1st place, winning the coveted title and a cash prize of ₹6,000, along with certificates awarded to each participant.
Competition Results:
• 1st Place: Rajarajeshwari Medical College and Hospital (₹6,000) each
• 2nd Place: Harsha Institute (₹4,500) each
• 3rd Place: Department of Psychology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (₹3,000) each
Our Team Members (All 3rd Year MBBS Students):
• Bhagya Vinod
• Deepthi D
• Gourav MB
• Manaswini A
• Nandana Laiju
• Navya Hannah Prince
• Preetham D
• Rida Sherin
• Shreya Satish
The team extend their sincere gratitude to the college administration for the unwavering support and encouragement, which played a vital role in their success.
This victory not only highlights the artistic talents within our student community but also reflects the spirit of teamwork and excellence that RRMCH fosters. Congratulations to our dancers for making us proud!
