by Suman Gupta
Holy Family Hospital in Bandra, a renowned healthcare institution, has been honoured by the India Postal Service with a Special Cover Stamp, commemorating its remarkable journey of over four decades of dedicated service to the community. This distinguished recognition highlights the hospital’s contributions to healthcare in Mumbai and the countless lives touched through its compassionate care.
The event, held on 9th October 2024, featured esteemed dignitaries including Dr. Deepshikha Birla Senior Superintendent of Post Offices (SSP) North, India Post, Adv. Ashish Shelar, MLA Bandra West Assembly, and Dr. (Sr.) Beena, Executive Director of Holy Family Hospital and renowned Cardiologists – Dr. Yash Lokhandwala and Dr. Jaipal J Jadwani. The Special Cover Stamp release symbolizes the hospital’s historic journey, which began as a small 10-bed nursing home, “Silverene,” and has since grown into a 268-bedded multi-specialty healthcare facility.
Speaking at the event, Dr. (Sr.) Beena emphasized the hospital’s mission to deliver affordable and compassionate healthcare to people from all walks of life. “This recognition from the Indian Postal Service honours not just the institution, but the countless families healed and the hope restored within our walls,” she said, emphasizing the hospital’s role in the community during critical times, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Deepshikha Birla lauded the hospital’s commitment to service and its collaboration with India Post, noting that the Special Cover Stamp is a tribute to the hospital’s legacy of healing and innovation.
Advocate Ashish Shelar, in his address, acknowledged the hospital’s crucial role in serving Bandra and the broader Mumbai region, praising its consistent contributions to healthcare and community well-being.
The event concluded with a presentation of mementos to the honoured guests, symbolizing gratitude for their involvement in the hospital’s journey and this commemorative moment.
About the Special Cover Stamp :The Special Cover Stamp, released by India Post, features an image of the Holy Family Hospital, Bandra, symbolizing its 40+ years of dedicated service to the community. The design also includes a portrait of one of the founding members of the hospital – Mother Giovanna Alberoni, reflecting the institution’s legacy of compassionate healthcare. The cover commemorates the hospital’s growth from a modest 10-bed facility into a renowned 268-bed multi-specialty hospital, and highlights its ongoing mission to provide affordable, accessible, quality and compassionate healthcare to people from all walks of life.
About Holy Family Hospital :Holy Family Hospital, a 268-bed multispecialty institution run by the Ursuline Sisters of Mary Immaculate, has served the Bandra community for over 44 years. The hospital is registered as a Public Trust and with the Charity Commissioner of Maharashtra. Accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH), it continues to uphold its commitment to delivering affordable, quality, patient-centred care.
