54th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Nephrology Held at SGPGI
Lucknow | The 54th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISNCON-2025) was inaugurated at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow, in the presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as the chief guest. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Minister of State for Medical Education Mayankeshwar Sharan Singh were present as special guests.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed serious concern over the rising incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among children, stating that even young children are now falling prey to the disease. He emphasised that CKD can be effectively countered through a balanced and disciplined lifestyle, and called for the formulation of a comprehensive strategy to protect children from kidney-related ailments.
The Chief Minister cited the successful elimination of encephalitis in Uttar Pradesh within two years as an example of the government’s commitment and capability in tackling major health challenges. He said the achievement serves as a model for addressing other serious diseases.
No Shortage of Funds for Hospitals
CM Yogi Adityanath highlighted SGPGI’s long-standing role in serving humanity and said that the health sector in Uttar Pradesh had been neglected by previous governments. Hospitals earlier suffered from lack of funds, poor hygiene, and mismanagement.
“Since 2017, our government has ensured that no government hospital, including SGPGI, faces any shortage of funds,” he said. The Chief Minister noted that between 1947 and 2017, Uttar Pradesh had only 17 medical colleges, whereas the state now has 80 medical colleges catering to nearly 25 crore citizens.
Role of Hospitals During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Recalling the COVID-19 period, CM Yogi praised SGPGI and other government hospitals for saving millions of lives through efficient management and technological integration. He said telemedicine played a crucial role in providing treatment to patients during the pandemic.
He added that the state government allocated ₹1,300 crore in a single year for citizens’ healthcare needs. Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, over 5.5 crore Golden Cards have been issued, ensuring better treatment for kidney patients and other beneficiaries.
Government Committed to Public Health
The Chief Minister asserted that Uttar Pradesh is no longer a “BIMARU” state and that adequate financial resources are available for healthcare development. “Earlier it was ‘One District, One Mafia’; now it is ‘One District, One Medical College’,” he said.
He further informed that dialysis facilities have been established in government hospitals across all districts. Stressing that the government will not compromise on citizens’ health, he said regular campaigns are being conducted against food adulteration. The state is also promoting natural farming in 34 districts to reduce excessive use of chemical fertilisers.
CM Yogi reiterated that before 2017, thousands of children lost their lives to encephalitis in eastern Uttar Pradesh, but the disease was eradicated within two years after his government assumed office.
Four-Day International Workshop on Kidney Diseases
The four-day international workshop ISNCON-2025, being held from December 18 to 21, is focusing on modern treatments, research advancements, and technological innovations in nephrology.
SGPGI Director Prof R.K. Dhiman was also present on the dais. Organising Secretary Prof Narayan Prasad informed that experts from Europe, the United States, Nepal, and Bangladesh are participating in the conference, making it a significant global platform for discussion on kidney disease management and care.
