New Delhi, Mar 11: Dr Arun Prasad, Senior Consultant in Gastrointestinal, Bariatric, and Robotic Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, has been recognised internationally for his contributions to surgical innovation, medical education, and global surgical collaboration. He has been honoured as part of the India-UK Achievers Class of 2026, a prestigious programme celebrating Indian students and alumni of UK institutions shaping global leadership across healthcare, science, entrepreneurship, public policy, and social innovation.
The India-UK Achievers Honours were unveiled during a special reception at the House of Lords, Palace of Westminster, London, followed by a gala attended by leaders from government, academia, and industry across the India–UK corridor. The recognition formed part of a three-day India–UK engagement programme that also hosted the India-UK Education Conference, gathering more than 700 leaders representing over 350 universities, companies, and sector bodies—the largest international education convening in the UK focused on strengthening India–UK partnerships.
Dr Arun Prasad is one of India’s leading gastrointestinal, bariatric, and robotic surgeons, with over three decades of clinical experience. A pioneer in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery, he has played a pivotal role in introducing minimally invasive surgical techniques in India. His work spans gastrointestinal, metabolic, and bariatric surgery, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and expanding access to advanced surgical care.
In addition to his clinical achievements, Dr Prasad is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of surgeons, both in India and internationally. He has contributed extensively to surgical research, academic publications, and global collaborations while remaining actively engaged in teaching, innovation, and clinical excellence.
Dr Prasad completed higher surgical training in the United Kingdom, obtaining the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), which significantly influenced his perspective on surgical innovation, clinical training, and cross-border healthcare collaboration.
Commenting on the recognition, Dr Arun Prasad said:
“I am honoured to be recognised in the India-UK Achievers Class of 2026. My experience studying and training in the United Kingdom played an important role in shaping my perspective on surgical innovation and global collaboration in healthcare. I am proud to be part of a community of leaders strengthening the partnership between India and the United Kingdom.”
Baroness Jacqui Smith, UK Universities Minister, welcomed the initiative, highlighting the importance of international education in strengthening global partnerships:
“International students from India positively impact our world-class higher education sector, economy, and society, becoming global ambassadors for the UK. India remains a key education partner under the new International Education Strategy.”
Sanam Arora, Chair of the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU) and Founder of the Achievers Honours, added:
“The India-UK Achievers programme recognises the extraordinary global impact of Indians who have studied in the UK. The Class of 2026 demonstrates how education powers the ‘Living Bridge’ between India and the UK, producing leaders shaping the future of both nations.”
