JAMMU: The Department of Ophthalmology, AIIMS Jammu, successfully conducted the 26th Annual Conference of the Uveitis Society of India (USICON 2025) from October 3rd to 5th, 2025.
The three-day scientific event brought together eminent ophthalmologists, researchers, and delegates from across India and abroad, providing an excellent platform for the exchange of knowledge, research findings, and clinical experiences in the rapidly evolving field of uveitis and immune-mediated eye diseases.
The conference was inaugurated by Lt. Gen. C. S. Narayanan, VSM, President of AIIMS Jammu, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest. In his address, Lt. Gen. Narayanan congratulated the organizers for hosting such a prestigious academic event and underscored the importance of scientific collaboration in advancing medical education and research. He highlighted how conferences like USICON 2025 play a crucial role in enhancing learning, sharing expertise, and fostering innovation in healthcare delivery.
Delivering the keynote address, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, expressed pride in hosting the 26th Annual Meeting at one of India’s youngest AIIMS institutions.
Reflecting on his association with ophthalmology during his tenure at RP Centre, AIIMS New Delhi, he shared insights into the transformative journey of Indian ophthalmology.
Prof. Gupta emphasized AIIMS Jammu’s vision as a hub of innovation, training, and compassionate care, bridging advanced science with community outreach.
Addressing young ophthalmologists, he urged them to embrace the complexities of uveitis and lead through innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Drawing a symbolic parallel with Dussehra and Diwali, he remarked:
“The return of light to a patient’s eye is the truest form of illumination and victory of good over darkness.”
The conference featured a diverse scientific program, including plenary sessions, panel discussions, symposia, and hands-on workshops led by experts from the UK, USA, Nepal, as well as premier Indian institutions such as PGIMER Chandigarh, LV Prasad Eye Institute, Sankara Nethralaya, SKIMS Srinagar, ASCOMS Jammu, GMC Udhampur, and others.
The local organizing committee, led by Dr. Bhavani Raina (Organising Chairperson), Dr. Nitin Kumar (Organising Secretary), Dr. Nazia Anjum, and Dr. Ridham Nanda (Executive Members), expressed gratitude to Dr. Kalpana Babu Murthy, President of the Uveitis Society of India, and other office bearers for their guidance and support.
The conference concluded with a vote of thanks, reinforcing AIIMS Jammu’s commitment to advancing ophthalmic research, clinical excellence, and patient care.
