Dr M.N. Khan from Garhwa has been awarded the Health Excellence Award 2025. The ceremony was held at the Radisson Blu hotel in Ranchi, where Ajay Kumar Singh, Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Department for the Jharkhand government, presented him with a memento and certificate. Dr Khan was recognised for his considerable contributions to the field of dentistry. Following in the footsteps of his father, Dr A.Q. Khan, who pioneered dental practice in Garhwa, Dr M.N. Khan continues to provide outstanding dental care, overseeing all nine of his dental practices.
Alongside Professor Dr Mrityunjay Mundu from RIMS, Ajay Kumar Singh jointly honoured Dr M.N. Khan for his exceptional contributions to medical services, his proactive engagement in social work, and his efforts to promote public health awareness. Dr Khan is known for his readiness to assist those in need, offering complimentary treatment to patients from disadvantaged backgrounds. He recently organised a free health camp, which greatly benefited a large number of individuals.
Upon receiving the award, Dr Khan commented, "My father, Dr A.Q. Khan was always willing to help the less fortunate. I have maintained his legacy and continue to emulate his example, which brings me great satisfaction and peace. I am deeply honoured to receive this award, as it inspires me to continue serving the community and helping others. It also encourages people to strive for improvement."
He noted that the clinic, established in 1970 and known as the Janata Dental Clinic, was the first and remains the most trusted dental clinic in the entire Garhwa district. At that time, many local residents were unaware of the existence of dental practitioners. Since then, his father, Dr Abdul Kayoom Khan, has served the community, and he too has had the privilege of serving the people there. He added that receiving the Health Excellence Award 2025 is a commendable initiative that acknowledges doctors for their commitment to patient care.