The Trained Nurses’ Association of India (TNAI), Manipur State Branch, in association with the In-Service Nursing Education Cell, RIMS Hospital, organised its 2nd Biennial State Conference 2026 at Jubilee Hall, RIMS, Imphal, under the theme “Redefining Clinical Practice: Empowering through Innovation and Technology”.
Manipur Legislative Assembly Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh attended the conference as Chief Guest, along with Health Services Director Dr. N. Hemantakumar Singh and RIMS Director Dr. G. Sunil Kumar Sharma.
Addressing the gathering, the Speaker described nurses as the backbone of the healthcare system, highlighting their role in patient care through compassion, dedication and professional commitment. He stressed the need to integrate modern technology, innovation and evidence-based practices into nursing while retaining the human touch. He also called for continuous professional development and accessible, affordable and quality healthcare services.
RIMS Director Dr. G. Sunil Kumar Sharma underscored the importance of nursing professionals in healthcare delivery, stressing continuous skill development, technological adoption and evidence-based clinical practices to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes.
The conference brought together nursing professionals, administrators and educators to deliberate on emerging challenges, technological advancements, professional development and improved clinical practices. A souvenir was also released during the programme.
Among those attending were TNAI National Vice-President (North East Region) Prof. Th. Nandarani Devi, Manipur Nursing Council Registrar Dr. A. Jamuna Devi and representatives of RIMS, JNIMS and TNAI Manipur State Branch.
