Chennai, October 17, 2026: The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Tambaram, inaugurated its three-day ‘Namma Health Mega Expo 2026’ on October 17 at Valluvar Gurukulam School, GST Road, Tambaram, as part of its Golden Jubilee celebrations.
Themed ‘Together for a Healthier Tomorrow’, the expo features 26 pavilions covering specialities including neurology, cardiology, obstetrics and gynaecology, with free health screenings, awareness sessions and live demonstrations. Six medical colleges, over 50 hospitals and around 400 doctors are participating, with 30,000+ visitors expected. A 52.8-foot community-created Health Golu blends Navaratri traditions with healthcare awareness.
Dr. K. M. Abul Hasan, Honorary Secretary General-Elect, IMA Headquarters, inaugurated the event alongside Dr. M. Veerappan, Chengalpattu District Collector. The Golden Jubilee celebration was presided over by Dr. B. Sridhar, State President, IMA Tamil Nadu State Branch, and attended by Dr. M. Thiraviam Mohan, Honorary State Secretary, IMA Tamil Nadu State Branch, and Thiru Ruby R. Manoharan, former Nanguneri MLA.
On October 18, Thiru D. Sarathkumar, Minister for Human Resources Management and Ex-Servicemen Welfare, will launch ‘Nalamaana Pallikal’, promoting menstrual health, mental well-being, nutrition, healthy habits and drug-abuse prevention among students. Dr. M. N. Satish Kumar, District Health Officer, and Ms. Thiruvalarselvi, Chief Educational Officer, will attend. Dr. J. A. Jayalal, President of the Commonwealth Medical Association and former IMA National President, will address visitors.
The October 19 valedictory will feature Thiru Rajmohan Arumugam, Minister for School Education; Prof. Dr. Pradeep Bhardwaj, Mountain Man, Doctor, Warrior and Author; and Mr. Balaji Ramachandran, CEO, NoobTron Private Limited.
Asia Book of Records and India Book of Records will adjudicate the Health Golu. Kids’ Podium activities include skits, recitation, quizzes, art and first-aid demonstrations.
Dr. L. Yesodha, IMA Tambaram President; Dr. T. N. Ravisankar, Expo Convener; and Dr. V. S. Hariharan, Honorary Secretary, IMA Tambaram Branch, encourage the public to participate. The expo runs until October 19.
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