The Indian Coffee House: Sevagram Story
Have you ever heard of Domelette? It’s not a typo—Microsoft Word swiftly corrects typos as soon it spots them — but a unique dish that combines an omelette with a … Read more
Heritage & History
Documenting the legacy of MGIMS, Sevagram heritage, and medical history.
A Taste of Nostalgia: Madras Hotel in Sevagram
Babulal Ganvir and Jagdish Chandra Bose. Since the early seventies, they held sway in Sevagram for a span of thirty years. Babulalji’s Aaloo Bonda was an irresistible treat, and Jagdish’s … Read more
Babulalji: The Quiet Hero of Sevagram Village
Sevagram in the 1970s had a canteen that served as a bustling hub of activity for students, staff, and visitors. The canteen provided a space where people could grab a … Read more
You’re only as good as your last haircut
During the seventies, Sevagram was inhabited by simple folks, dealing with their lives in a uniquely engaging, humorous and humane manner. The medical college had just started and boys and … Read more
Stepping Down…
This morning, I hung up my boots and stepped down as the Medical Superintendent (MS) of MGIMS Hospital. Twelve years ago, I reluctantly took on this role. As a physician-teacher … Read more