Umang Vatika creche inaugurated at AIIMS Jammu

Jammu, Sep 28: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu on Sunday inaugurated its newly established Umang Vatika Crèche, a dedicated and thoughtfully designed space for the children of AIIMS faculty and staff.

The crèche aims to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children, ensuring holistic development and quality childcare.

Deputy Commissioner Samba, who was the chief guest in the inauguration ceremony, appreciated the initiative of Prof. (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta, ED and CEO, AIIMS Jammu, for setting up a modern crèche facility within the campus, which would greatly support working parents and contribute to a more inclusive and family-friendly institutional environment.

She said this facility would enable the AIIMS fraternity to balance their professional responsibilities with parental duties.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Gupta emphasised the importance of creating such supportive ecosystems for employees, especially women, so that they could contribute more effectively, without having any concern.

He said, “Umang Vatika stands as a testament to AIIMS Jammu’s dedication to fostering a progressive, caring, and supportive institutional culture.”

Dr Gupta highlighted the role of creche committee members. Dr Samriti Gupta, chairperson; Dr Reetika Menia, member secretary; Dr Priya V S, Dr Pragyan Parija, Dr Neha Rathore, Dr Harleen, Jasveer and Seema in the establishment of such an instrumental facility.

A ceremonial ribbon cutting followed by cake cutting marked the joyous opening of the crèche.

The bright, child-friendly space has been equipped with modern amenities to ensure safety, cleanliness, comfort, and learning through play. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr Samriti Gupta, chairperson of the Crèche Committee, who expressed gratitude to all dignitaries, committee members, parents, and staff for their enthusiastic participation and support in the establishment of the crèche facility at AIIMS Jammu.