GORAKHPUR, June 14 -- All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Gorakhpur, has started preparations for the convocation of its first batch of MBBS students scheduled for June 30. The event is likely to be presided over by President of India Droupadi Murmu.

AIIMS executive director and CEO Maj Gen (Dr) Vibha Dutta confirmed that a formal invite has been sent to the President to confer degrees upon the 50 MBBS graduates of the first batch (2019-2025).

AIIMS, Gorakhpur, media incharge Dr Aroop said that the institution is awaiting confirmation from Murmu, and chief minister Yogi Adityanath, who is expected to be the chief guest at the event.

Meanwhile, as a step towards strengthening its medical education, research, and forensic se...