National Doctors' Day observed; PM greets doctors
On 1 July 2025, India observed National Doctors' Day, which honours Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, and PM Narendra Modi greeted doctors for their dexterity, diligence and compassion.
Summary
India observed National Doctors' Day on 1 July 2025, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted doctors, calling them protectors of health and pillars of humanity. The day, designated by the Government of India in 1991, honours Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, the physician and second Chief Minister of West Bengal, who was born on 1 July 1882 (NDTV, The Federal).
Key facts
- Date
- 1 July
- Honours
- Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy — physician; second CM of West Bengal; born 1 July 1882
- Since
- 1991
Practice MCQs 1 questions
National Doctors' Day, observed on 1 July, honours which physician who was the second Chief Minister of West Bengal?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy
NDTV/The Federal: National Doctors' Day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, renowned physician and second Chief Minister of West Bengal, born on 1 July 1882.