Renowned Gynaecologist Dr Shobha Chakraborty no more
Ranchi: Dr Shobha Chakraborty, a renowned gynaecologist and a respected figure in the medical community, passed away in Ranchi on Wednesday at the age of 85.
Dr Chakraborty was widely recognised for her decades-long contribution to women's healthcare and maternal well-being. Her dedication and expertise earned her admiration from both patients and peers. Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren expressed their condolences on her passing.
“The news of the demise of renowned gynaecologist Dr Shobha Chakraborty is extremely sad. Her valuable contribution to the medical world will always be remembered. Her departure is an irreparable loss to society. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family,” Gangwar said on X.
In another post on X, Soren said, “I received the sad news of the demise of Jharkhand’s renowned gynaecologist Dr Shobha Chakraborty. Dr Chakraborty had dedicated her entire life to the service of women’s health. Her departure is an irreparable loss for the medical world.”
Dr. Ajoy Kumar Singh told The Jharkhand Story, “With her passing, an era in the IMA and medical education in the state has come to an end. She was a guiding force not only within the IMA but also played a significant role in the Medical Council of India (MCI). In 2008, despite her busy schedule, she accepted the then Health Minister Bhanu Pratap Shahi’s request to represent Jharkhand in the MCI, acting in the best interests of the state.”
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