19/04/2026
The *World Hemophilia Day* was observed under the aegis of the *Hemophilia Society Kannur Chapter*. The event, held at Hotel Royal Omars, Kannur, was presided over by Chapter President *Dr. Rameshan K* and inaugurated by the *Honorable Mayor of Kannur Corporation, Advocate P. Indira*.
The ceremony featured several prominent speakers and activities:
*Key Highlights of the Event*
*Keynote Speakers:* Chapter Secretary Muhammad Thayyib, National Health Mission (NHM) Kannur *District Program Manager Dr. Anil Kumar P*, Psychology Counselor Ramsheeda Rasheed, and Chapter Treasurer Dr. Pradeep Kumar E.V. addressed the gathering.
*Educational Sessions:*
*Dr. Rameshan K* led an awareness session on the *latest advancements in Hemophilia treatment.*
*Ramsheeda Rasheed* conducted a session on *Mental Health Awareness.*
*Special Honor*: Shri *Sanoop Mohan*, a member of the Hemophilia Chapter who was recently elected as the President of Cheruthazham Panchayat, was honored during the function.
*Awards:* Certificates were distributed to the winners of the Hemophilia Federation of India awards.
*Administrative Meeting:* The Annual General Body meeting followed the ceremony, where the activity and financial reports for the year *2025-26* were presented.
*Significant Announcement:*
A major highlight of the event was the announcement by *Dr. Anil Kumar P (DPM, NHM, Kannur)* regarding the progress of upgrading *Pariyaram Medical College into a Comprehensive Treatment Center for Hemophilia patients.*
*The Mayor, Advocate P. Indira, assured that patients with Hemophilia residing within the limits of the Kannur Corporation would be included in relevant welfare schemes to provide them with the necessary assistance*
The event saw the participation of *approximately 100 people*, including patients and their family members.