On April 7, 2025, MOHAN Foundation was honoured with the prestigious Pathfinder Award at the International Patients’ Union (IPU) Conference 2025 held at the India International Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. Ms. Pallavi Kumar (Executive Director, MF NCR) and Dr. Muneet Kaur Sahi (Program Manager, MF NCR) received the award on behalf of the foundation. Dr. Neena Pahuja, Executive Member, National Council for Vocational Education & Training, MSDE, Govt. of India, presented the Pathfinder trophy to them.

Founded by Dr. Rajendra Pratap Gupta, IPU was established to amplify patients' voices in healthcare by connecting them with doctors, policymakers, and industry leaders. It empowers patients to influence policy, access reliable health information, and support one another. The Pathfinder Award recognizes individuals and organizations making a significant impact on patient empowerment and healthcare innovation. Based on rigorous research and jury evaluation, it celebrates those who prioritize patient-centered care.

The full-day conference featured engaging sessions, including:

• Patients’ session: The most powerful voices in the healthcare system

• Has COVID become a chronic condition? Patients’ perspectives & government’s role

• Digital quackery: Science vs. social media & influencers

• Frontal role of nurses, community pharmacists & allied health professionals in lowering disease burden

• Technology for patients vs. patients for technology

The Pathfinder Award reaffirms MOHAN Foundation’s unwavering commitment to patient empowerment and organ donation advocacy. The conference served as a crucial platform for discussions on patient-centric healthcare, innovation, and policy reforms.