Divyangjan Facilities for PCS

Divyangjan Facilities for Physically Challenged Students (PCS)

Facilities for Physically Challenged Students at SRHU, HIMS

Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students, including those who are physically challenged. The university has implemented a variety of infrastructure and support services to ensure ease of access and mobility across campus.

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Accessibility in Campus Buildings

To facilitate barrier-free movement, key SRHU buildings such as the Medical Block, Adi Kailash auditorium, and other blocks are equipped with lifts and ramps. These features ensure that students with physical disabilities can access classrooms, laboratories, and other academic facilities without obstruction.

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Ramp in Entrance in Medical College

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Mobility Support and Transportation

SRHU provides wheelchairs in critical areas including Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) and other buildings. To further aid mobility, an electric vehicle (E-vehicle) service is available for transporting physically challenged individuals across campus. Additionally, an over bridge ensures safe and accessible connectivity between buildings, eliminating the need to cross busy roads.

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Designed Toilets

The University has installed handicapped-friendly toilets in key locations, including in medical college and the University Administrative Building. These restrooms are designed with appropriate dimensions and support features to ensure safety, hygiene, and ease of use for students with mobility impairments. SRHU remains dedicated to enhancing accessibility and continuously improving its infrastructure to support an inclusive educational experience for all students.

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Assistive Learning for Visually Impaired Students

The Central Library at SRHU is equipped with a Braille system and other assistive learning tools to support visually impaired students. These resources ensure that blind and low-vision students have equal access to academic materials and independent study.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.