The foundation stone laying ceremony for “Waymade Nursing College” was held on 24th January 2024 at the premises of Bhaikaka University, Karamsad. Shri Bhikhubhai Patel and Shri Vijay Patel, London, (UK)and their wives Smt. Anita Patel and Smt. Nimisha Patel performed the bhoomi pujan.
The function was graced by the dignitaries Shri Atul Patel, Chairman Charotar Arogya Mandal, Shri Jagrut Bhatt, Hon Secretary, Charutar Arogya Mandal, Shri Bhikhubhai Patel, Chairman, Charutar Vidya Mandal, Dr Utpala Kharod, Provost, Bhaikaka University, Dr Harish Desai, Registrar, Bhaikaka University, Dr Jyoti Tiwari, Controller of Academics, Principals of Constituent Institutions of Bhaikaka University, Dr Jitesh Desai, Medical Superintendent, Shree Krishna Hospital. The family members of Bhikhubhai and Vijaybhai and the staff of Bhaikaka University were also present during the occasion.
Shri Atul Patel announced that the forthcoming Waymade Nursing College would be possible mainly due to the generous contribution of Rs 7.75 crore from Shri Bhikhubhai Patel and Shri Vijaybhai Patel. He added that currently, the Nursing College has the capacity to enrol 40 students at the graduate level. There is a high demand of students to seek admission in nursing, hence the management decided to expand the infrastructure. The new building will be spread over 25000 square feet with the capacity to enrol 80 students.
Shri Bhikhubhai Patel stated that there is a high demand for nurses on a global scale. He said, “We decided to donate for the establishment of a nursing college as more students can benefit through education”.
Shri Vijaybhai Patel admired the transparency of Charutar Arogya Mandal and said that earlier we donated to set up a Critical Care Centre. The Critical Care Centre did not turn away a single COVID-19 patient and provided treatment to more than 9000 patients during the pandemic.
The Patel brothers draw inspiration from their mother, Shanta, who serves as the cornerstone of their charitable endeavors. According to Vijaybhai, their ability to contribute generously to societal welfare is attributed to her grace. Shanta's influence and blessings form the bedrock of their philanthropic initiatives. Under the Shanta Foundation, they engage in various service activities in her honour and are committed to continuing these efforts. Today, they commemorated the laying of the foundation stone for the Waymed Nursing College, for which they have donated Rs 7.5 crore thus far. Additionally, they express readiness to provide further financial support if required.
