India Postal Service Pays Tribute to Holy Family Hospital’s 40-Year Legacy with Special Cover Stamp

 

Mumbai: “Holy Family Hospital” in Bandra, Mumbai, received a prestigious honor from the “India Postal Service” with the release of a ‘Special Cover Stamp’, marking over four decades of exemplary service to the community. The event, held on 9th October 2024, celebrated the hospital’s evolution from a small 10-bed nursing home, originally named Silverene, into a 268-bed multi-specialty healthcare facility that has been a pillar of compassionate care in the region.

The ceremony was attended by notable figures, including Dr. Deepshikha Birla, Senior Superintendent of Post Offices (SSP) North, India Post; Adv. Ashish Shelar, MLA of Bandra West Assembly; Dr. (Sr.) Beena, Executive Director of Holy Family Hospital; and renowned cardiologists Dr. Yash Lokhandwala and Dr. Jaipal J. Jadwani. The Special Cover Stamp signifies the hospital's rich history and unwavering dedication to healthcare, touching thousands of lives across Mumbai.

In her address, Dr. (Sr.) Beena highlighted the hospital’s mission of delivering affordable healthcare to all, reflecting on its significant contributions, especially during critical times like the COVID-19 pandemic. She remarked, "This recognition from the Indian Postal Service honours not just the institution but the countless families healed and the hope restored within our walls."

Dr. Deepshikha Birla commended Holy Family Hospital’s long-standing commitment to healthcare excellence, noting that the Special Cover Stamp pays tribute to the hospital's enduring legacy of service and innovation.

Advocate Ashish Shelar praised the hospital's role in serving both Bandra and the broader Mumbai region, emphasizing its pivotal contributions to the community's well-being.

The event concluded with a presentation of souvenirs to the distinguished guests, symbolizing gratitude for their continued support of the hospital’s impactful journey.