World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2026
Theme: “Pain Management: An Essential Part of Palliative Care”
Ruma Abedona Hospice (RAH), in collaboration with Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI) and WBIAPC, celebrated World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on 9 October 2026 at RNMCRC Inpatient Campus, Chandannagar.
The programme began with a soulful instrumental performance by Mr. Spandan Neogi (sitar), Mr. Ankur Chatterjee (flute) and Mr. Santanu Chakraborty (tabla), creating a peaceful atmosphere.
An interactive panel on “Caregiver Perspectives on Distress,” moderated by Dr. Gargi Nandi, featuring experts from clinical care, nursing, education and caregiving, the discussion explored holistic pain management, timely treatment, teamwork and compassionate care, policies.
Dr. Sankar Sengupta, Medical Superintendent, CNCI, delivered an informative talk on palliative care followed by a dance by hospice team.
RAH also organised a photography competition for patients and caregivers, inviting them to interpret the theme through photographs taken within the hospice, while protecting patient privacy. Four distinguished judges assessed the photographs and interviewed participants to understand their perspectives. The three best entries received cash prizes and certificates.The celebration reinforced our belief that pain management goes beyond physical relief—it is about compassion, dignity, hope and quality of life. Sometimes, a photograph captures what words cannot express.
