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AIIMS Nursing Alumna Nisha Mehta Appointed Nepal's Health Minister

The College of Nursing at AIIMS New Delhi has congratulated its alumna, Nisha Mehta, on her appointment as Nepal's Health Minister. Mehta, who graduated with a BSc in Nursing from AIIMS, was appointed after becoming a proportional representation lawmaker from the Rastriya Swatantra Party. Her appointment is seen as an inspiration, reaffirming that nurses can be leaders and agents of change in healthcare systems. She is part of a Nepalese cabinet that includes five women, nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy.

Key Points: AIIMS Alum Nisha Mehta Named Nepal Health Minister

  • AIIMS alum becomes Nepal Health Minister
  • Nurses as leaders and policymakers
  • Part of Nepal's 33% women parliament
  • Appointed via proportional representation
  • Inspires nursing professionals
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College of Nursing, AIIMS New Delhi, congratulates alumna Nisha Mehta on appointment as Nepal's Health Minister

College of Nursing, AIIMS New Delhi, congratulates alumna Nisha Mehta on her appointment as the Health Minister of Nepal, calling it an inspiration.

"Her journey from bedside nursing to a leadership role in health policy exemplifies the profound impact nurses can have - College of Nursing, AIIMS"

New Delhi, March 29

The College of Nursing of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi on Sunday extended wishes to its alumna Nisha Mehta on her appointment as the Health Minister of Nepal.

In an official statement, it said that her success stands as an inspiration to all nursing professionals and students, reaffirming that nurses are not only caregivers but also leaders, decision-makers, and agents of change in shaping healthcare systems.

"The College of Nursing, AIIMS, New Delhi, extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Nisha Mehta on her remarkable achievement in securing a prestigious position as Health Minister in Nepal. An esteemed alumna of our institution (BSc Nursing 2006-2010), Ms. Mehta's accomplishment is a moment of immense pride for the entire AIIMS nursing fraternity. Her journey from bedside nursing to a leadership role in health policy exemplifies the profound impact nurses can have beyond clinical settings", the statement said.

It added, "We wish her continued success and impactful service in advancing public health and strengthening healthcare policies".

Mehta was appointed the country's health minister on Friday after becoming a proportional representation lawmaker from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Kathmandu Post reported.

According to the Kathmandu Post, this year Mehta entered the federal parliament as a part of the new generation of political leaders in the Balen Shah government.

It further noted that Nisha Mehta completed her master's degree in nursing from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh and returned to Nepal where she worked at the Birat Teaching Hospital and also served as the administrative secretary of the Nepal Police Wives Association in Koshi province.

As per the Himalayan Times, she was elected to the House of Representatives as a proportional representation member from the Madhesi cluster under the RSP.

Significantly, Mehta is a part of the Nepalese Parliament which has seen 33 per cent women representation-- nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy, the Himalayan Times reported.

It further reported that five women make up the 15-member Cabinet, which is headed by Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Balendra 'Balen' Shah. Sobita Gautam is the minister of law; Sita Badi is the minister of women, children and senior citizens; Pratibha Rawal is the minister of federal affairs and general administration; Geeta Chaudhary is the minister of agriculture and livestock development, and forest and environment; and Nisha Mehta is the minister of health and population.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see strong India-Nepal ties in education paying off. She studied in Gwalior and at AIIMS Delhi, and now will serve the people of Nepal. This is what true "neighbourhood first" looks like - sharing knowledge and building leaders.
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Aman W
While this is a proud moment, it also makes me think. When will we see a nurse or a frontline healthcare worker become the Health Minister in India? We have brilliant talent here too. Hope our system also recognizes such potential.
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Sarah B
As someone in public health, this is incredibly significant. Having a health minister with actual clinical and bedside experience, not just a political background, can lead to much more practical and empathetic policymaking. Wishing her all the best!
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Karthik V
Nepal's cabinet having 33% women representation is commendable. And having five women ministers, including the Health Minister, is a strong step. India and our neighbours can learn from each other in promoting women in leadership. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
Heartwarming to see AIIMS celebrating the success of an alumna serving another nation. Education has no borders. Her journey from a student in India to a minister in Nepal is the perfect example of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family).

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