Patna/Muzaffarpur,. Jan 25: : In a significant recognition of the synergy between academia and clinical medicine, Prof. Dinesh Chandra Rai, Vice-Chancellor of BR Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU), has been invited as the chief guest for the convocation session of the 81st Annual Conference of the Association of Physicians of India (APICON 2026). The grand event is scheduled to take place at the Bapu Sabhagar, Samrat Ashok Convention Centre on January 30.

The four-day conference, often referred to as the 'Mahakumbh' of the medical world, will bring together over 10,000 delegates, including internationally acclaimed physicians, researchers, and policy makers.
Expressing his views on the invitation, Prof. Rai said, "I am deeply honored to be a part of this prestigious gathering in Patna. This invitation is not just a personal milestone but a recognition of the vital link between academic research and public health. At BRABU, we are committed to a '2026 Strategic Roadmap' that emphasizes innovation and nutrition-based health solutions. I look forward to engaging with the medical fraternity to discuss how functional foods and therapeutic nutrition can serve as a supplementary force to modern medicine in building a healthier India." He further extended his gratitude to Dr. Kamlesh Tiwari and the organising committee, adding, "I am thankful for their leadership in bringing this event to fruition. The Bihar chapter deserves high praise for orchestrating this mega event, which will undoubtedly elevate the discourse on healthcare in our nation.
The academic and alumni fraternity at BRABU expressed rejoicing and extended felicitations to VC Prof. Rai on this prestigious invitation including proctor Prof. BS Rai, LS College Principal Prof. Kanupriya, Prof. Rajeev Kumar, Prof. TK Dey, Dr. Shartendu Shekhar, Dr. Navin Kumar among others.