Dr. Sharda Sharma Honored with Netaji Smriti Puraskar 2025 for Excellence in Physiotherapy

In a moment of pride for Uttarakhand and the Indian healthcare community, Dr. Sharda Sharma has been awarded the prestigious Netaji Smriti Puraskar 2025 by the Indian NGO Awards. The award celebrates his outstanding contributions in the field of Health and Wellness, with a special focus on Physiotherapy, and recognizes his unwavering dedication to advancing patient care and medical education in India.

A native of Uttarakhand, Dr. Sharma has carved a niche for himself through years of hard work, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to community service. Holding a Ph.D. in Physiotherapy, along with Master (MPT) and Bachelor (BPT) degrees in the same field, Dr. Sharma is widely respected for his scholarly and clinical expertise. He currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiotherapy at SMIH and SGRR University in Patel Nagar, Dehradun, where he plays a dual role as a mentor and a practicing clinician.

With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Sharma has seamlessly blended academic instruction with hands-on clinical practice, ensuring that his students receive a holistic and practical education. His career began at Swami Rama Himalayan University and Himalayan Hospital, where he completed his postgraduate studies and developed a strong foundation in patient care and rehabilitative therapies. Since then, he has consistently promoted the role of physiotherapy as an essential component of rehabilitation and preventive healthcare.

Dr. Sharma’s recognition comes at a time when the importance of physiotherapy in both rural and urban healthcare settings is growing rapidly. His efforts have extended beyond classrooms and clinics into community outreach and health education programs. By advocating for greater awareness about the benefits of physiotherapy, he has helped countless individuals improve their mobility, manage pain, and recover from injuries without relying heavily on medication or surgery.

The Netaji Smriti Puraskar, named in honor of India's freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, is presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary service in their respective fields, particularly in sectors that influence public welfare. Dr. Sharma’s selection for this honor underscores the importance of allied health sciences and highlights how committed professionals like him are shaping the future of healthcare in India. Peers and students alike praise Dr. Sharma for his inspiring leadership, patient-centric approach, and tireless enthusiasm for teaching. Colleagues describe him as a "pillar of integrity and innovation" in the physiotherapy community.

As healthcare continues to evolve with technological advancements and growing patient demands, experts like Dr. Sharda Sharma are leading the charge toward a more inclusive and holistic system. His recent accolade not only honors past achievements but also serves as a beacon for future progress in physiotherapy and wellness care in India.