TNAI Odisha State Branch Office & Advanced Skills Laboratory Inaugurated
The Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI) inaugurated the TNAI Odisha State Branch Office and Advanced Skills Laboratory on 11 July 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marking a major step towards strengthening nursing education and professional development in the state.
The programme began with an Invocation Prayer, followed by a Welcome Address by Dr Anasuya Patnaik, President, Odisha State Branch. Dr (Mrs) Annie Kumar, National
President, along with other dignitaries, lit the ceremonial lamp to mark the inauguration. Dr Fulana Kumari, Past President, and Mrs Sanjucta Mallick, Former Secretary Odisha State Branch, highlighted the branch’s journey since its establishment in 1960.
Mrs. Evelyn P. Kannan, Secretary-General, shared the vision behind the new State Branch office, while Mr Jwalant Bhatavia, CEO, Delta Healthcare, introduced the Advanced Skills Laboratory and its role in simulation-based nursing education. Dr Abhilekha Biswal, National Vice President (West Region), congratulated the State Branch and encouraged nurses to make full use of the new facility.
In her inaugural address, Dr (Mrs) Annie Kumar congratulated the Odisha State Branch and emphasized that the new office and skills laboratory would serve as centres of excellence for nursing education, leadership, research, and quality patient care.
The Vote of Thanks was delivered by Dr Ritanjali Sahoo, Secretary, Odisha State Branch.TNAI Odisha State Branch, followed by the inauguration of the Advanced Skill Laboratory. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the professional association, encouraging active participation, and advancing nursing education, professional excellence, and quality patient care through TNAI initiatives.