Dr. Prathap C. Reddy Interacts with First-Year Students at Apollo Knowledge City
Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, Founder Chairman of Apollo Hospitals and Founder & Chancellor Emeritus of The Apollo University, interacted with first-year students at the AKC campus on 26 October 2026. The occasion provided students with a valuable opportunity to hear from the visionary leader whose dream of a healthier India has transformed millions of lives.
Dr. Preetha Reddy, Chancellor of The Apollo University, also addressed the gathering, sharing her perspectives on the evolving landscape of healthcare and the role of technology in shaping its future. The programme was attended by the AKC campus leadership and first-year students from the College of Medicine, College of Nursing, and The Apollo University, representing the Schools of Health Sciences, Management, Technology, and Pharmacy.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Nitin M Nagarkar welcomed the dignitaries and students, setting the context for the interaction. A video highlighting Dr. Prathap C. Reddy’s vision for Chittoor 2040 was screened ahead of his address.
During his interaction, Dr. Prathap C. Reddy shared his vision of Health and Happiness at Home, emphasising accessible, world-class medical care and preventive healthcare for all, alongside the importance of nurturing healthy families and stable homes through early diagnosis and community care. He also highlighted the growing need for skilled healthcare professionals and the role of technological interventions in improving healthcare delivery and quality of life.
Taking this vision forward, he spoke about the development of the Apollo Knowledge City campus as a centre for nurturing future global leaders and strengthening global workforce development, aligned with the vision of “Heal in India, Heal by India” envisioned by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India.
Dr. Preetha Reddy highlighted the growing significance of technology in healthcare and the emerging opportunities created by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). She emphasised how these advancements are shaping new approaches to healthcare delivery, innovation and patient care, encouraging students to prepare for an increasingly technology-driven healthcare ecosystem.
The interaction offered students a valuable opportunity to gain insights from the founders' vision and leadership as they embark on their academic and professional journeys. The messages shared by both dignitaries underscored the importance of combining compassion, knowledge, technology and innovation to shape the future of healthcare and develop a globally competent workforce. The session was attended by Prof. (Dr.) Alfred J. Augustine, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academics), The Apollo University; Mr. Anil Kumar S., Registrar, The Apollo University; Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan, Dean, Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Chittoor; Mr. S. Balraj, General Manager and Unit Head, Apollo Knowledge City; and the Deans of various Schools of the University.