The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Harish Rawat bestowed Indira Gandhi National Award on the noted Gynecologist Dr Sujata Sanjay in recognition of her illustrious contribution in the realm of medical service in the State. The award was given on the occasion of the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s birth anniversary on 19 November. Expressing gratitude for the award, she said the State Government, the physicians and the voluntary outfits should be more sympathetic towards the plight of the women of the State. This is a must to help them get right medical service, she said.
She created history by transplanting kidney in a pregnant woman and ensuring delivery of a child. She was widely acclaimed for this rare medical feat.
Notably, over ten programmes have been broadcast over Doordrashan and other television channels over the years where Sujata Sanjay figured and contributed her mite in raising awareness of health and hygiene among the women. This aside, All India Radio broadcast programmes on her and involving her as part of health awareness mission.