Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology Director Dr. C.N. Manjunath releasing the book ‘I Salute You Sir’ at The Paradise in Yadavagiri on Sunday. Andolana Editor Rajashekar Koti, former Assembly Speaker Krishna and author of the book Dr. Basappa are seen.

Mysore, Oct. 25 (KCU)

– A book on the history of phamaceutical science ‘I Salute You Sir,’ which also throws light on the effort of scientists in discovering medicines, written by Dr. Basappa, Consultant Doctor at Apollo BGS Hospital, was released at The Paradise hotel in Yadavagiri on Sunday by Dr. C.N. Manjunath, Director, Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, Bangalore.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Manjunath lauded Dr. Basappa for throwing light on the invaluable service of scientists to society and pointed out that the book would motivate doctors and medical students to pursue research in medicine.

Andolana Editor Rajashekar Koti, who unveiled a portrait of Louis Pasteur, opined that medical profession was truly dedicated to society and suggested to publish the book in Kannada also.

Presiding over the programme, former Assembly Speaker Kris-hna pointed out that scientists toiled almost their whole lives pursuing research in medicine at the cost of their personal comforts. Contrary to that, a few doctors were more engrossed in making money with no humanity, he regretted.

Dr. Basappa observed that se-veral scientists had entered into deep depression and ended their lives while being deeply engrossed in research work foregoing social life. He pointed out that his book showcased the usage of scientist’s invaluable inventions in society and the struggle and sacrifice behind that.

Dr. Lakshman welcomed. Arun proposed a vote of thanks.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / General News / October 25th, 2011