Nurses Day and Nurses Week Celebration 2026

Overview

The International Nurses Day and Nurses Week Celebration – 2026 was jointly organized by the SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences and the Nursing Services Department with great enthusiasm, dignity, and active participation from students, faculty members, nursing officers, and staff.

The celebrations, conducted from 11th May to 16th May 2026, were held under the inspiring theme “UTKARSH 3.0 2026 – Our Nurses, Our Future: Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” The events highlighted the invaluable contributions, dedication, and compassionate service of nurses in strengthening healthcare systems and serving humanity.

International Nurses Week Celebration (11th – 14th May 2026)

The Nurses Week celebration was organized with the objective of fostering leadership, teamwork, discipline, creativity, unity, and professional values among students, faculty, and staff.

Pre-Event Activities

A spirited Cricket Tournament was conducted on 9th and 10th May 2026 at the SDM Medical College Ground, promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm among participants.

Day 1 – 11th May 2026 (Inauguration Day)

The inaugural ceremony marked the formal commencement of Nurses Week celebrations. The programme was coordinated by faculty and student organizers under the guidance of the SNA Unit.

The event was graced by the Chief Guest Mrs. Manjula K. B., Nursing Superintendent, SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, along with dignitaries, faculty members, staff, and students.

Highlights of the Day:

• Official inauguration ceremony
• Indoor games: Chess and Carrom
• Staff and faculty entertainment events such as Act It, Draw It, Guess It, Wrong Answers Only, and Musical Chair

The day created a vibrant and engaging atmosphere on campus.

Day 2 – 12th May 2026

The second day focused on academic and outdoor competitive events.

Academic Events:

• Essay Writing Competition
• Quiz Competition

These events encouraged knowledge sharing, critical thinking, and communication skills among students.

Outdoor Sports:

• Volleyball
• Badminton (Men & Women)
• Throwball (Women)

The day concluded with the entertaining Dumb Charades Competition, adding enthusiasm and enjoyment.

Day 3 – 13th May 2026

The third day emphasized recreation and team-building activities, including:

• Lagori
• Treasure Hunt

These events enhanced coordination, leadership, collaboration, and team spirit among participants.

Day 4 – 14th May 2026 (Cultural Day at Ishaavaasyam Auditorium)

The final day of Nurses Week was celebrated with vibrant cultural performances showcasing creativity and talent.

Competitions Included:

• Rangoli Competition
• Fashion Show
• Theme Dance Competition
• Mehendi Competition
• Tug of War

Students and staff actively participated, demonstrating artistic expression, confidence, and cultural unity. The events were judged by esteemed faculty members and external experts from various departments.

International Nurses Day Celebration – 16th May 2026

The International Nurses Day Celebration was organized from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM with great dignity and enthusiasm.

Programme Highlights:

The event commenced with an invocation song followed by a formal welcome address delivered by Dr. Nagesh V. Ajjawadimath, who welcomed all dignitaries, faculty members, staff, and students.

The celebration was graced by the esteemed presence of:

• Dr. Sunil Kumar, Professor & HOD, Department of OBG, SDMCS&H
• Dr. Clement Chelli, Deputy Registrar, SDM University
• Dr. Prasanna Deshpande, Principal
• Dr. Rangappa Ashi, Vice Principal
• Mrs. Manjula K. B., Nursing Superintendent
• Mrs. Sumangal, Deputy Nursing Superintendent, SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital

along with heads of departments, faculty members, nursing officers, students, and staff members. Their presence added great significance to the occasion and strengthened the spirit of the celebration.

Key Segments of the Programme:

• Significance of International Nurses Day by Mrs. Renuka Bagewadi, highlighting the noble role of nurses in healthcare
• Nurses Week Report presentation by Mr. Basavaraj Hadapad, summarizing all activities conducted during the week
• Prize distribution ceremony by Mr. Somashekar K, recognizing winners of various competitions
• Guest addresses by Dr. Sunil Kumar and Dr. Clement Chelli, appreciating the dedication of nurses and encouraging professional excellence
• Presidential address by Dr. Prasanna Deshpande, appreciating the contribution of nursing professionals and motivating students to uphold ethics and values in nursing practice
• Vote of thanks proposed by Mrs. Sumangal, expressing gratitude to all contributors and participants

The formal programme concluded successfully, followed by a cultural evening from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM featuring dance, music, skits, and various entertainment performances by students and staff.

Conclusion

The International Nurses Day and Nurses Week Celebration – 2026 concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, nursing staff, and dignitaries.

The entire celebration created a vibrant and inspiring environment, reinforcing the values of compassion, leadership, teamwork, discipline, creativity, and professional excellence among future nursing professionals.

The programme was successfully organized under the guidance of the leadership team of the SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences, along with dedicated faculty coordinators, staff members, and student representatives.

Acknowledgement

The organizing committee expresses sincere gratitude to the management, dignitaries, faculty members, nursing staff, students, and all participants whose efforts and support contributed to the grand success of the celebration.