International Public Health Management Development Program

17/02/2026

🎧 EPISODE 16 IS LIVE! | Voices of Change: A Global Leadership Series
Leadership as a Mindset. Leadership as a Discipline. Leadership as a Journey.

We are proud to present Episode 16 of Voices of Change, featuring Dr. Sanjiv Kumar,
Chairman, Three Domain Leadership Foundation;
Former Executive Director, National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC);
and a global public health leader with over four decades of experience across 29 countries.

Drawing from powerful real-world experiences—from transforming a “non-performing” health worker into the best performer, to resolving community conflicts with empathy and courage—Dr. Kumar shares leadership lessons that are practical, grounded, and deeply ethical.

🌟 Key Learnings from Episode 16:
• Leadership is a journey, not a destination
• The four pillars: Vision, Values, Continuous Learning & Soft Skills
• Why decentralized leadership strengthens institutions
• Listening as a critical leadership competency
• Leading by example—not by authority
• Turning resistance into commitment through empathy
• Ethics and integrity as non-negotiable foundations
• Leadership is not positional—every health worker can lead
• Continuous self-improvement: “Be better than yesterday.”

💬 “You are useless as a leader if your team does not perform.”
— Dr. Sanjiv Kumar

👉 Watch Episode 16 here:
🎥 https://youtu.be/y59ZJ5EyfDw

🎙️ Host:
Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel
Professor, Department of Community Medicine & School of Public Health, PGIMER Chandigarh

🌍 Voices of Change is an initiative of the International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) at PGIMER Chandigarh—bringing forward leadership journeys that strengthen systems, institutions, and people through integrity and purpose-driven action.

🔔 Subscribe to the IPHMDP YouTube channel for weekly episodes spotlighting transformative voices in public health and leadership.

16/02/2026

13/02/2026

27/01/2026

🎧 EPISODE 13 IS LIVE! | Voices of Change: A Global Leadership Series
Leadership Through Vision, Innovation & Integrity

We are delighted to share Episode 13 of Voices of Change, featuring Dr. Yogesh Kumar Chawla—
Chairman Academics & Professor Emeritus, Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bhubaneswar;
Former Director, PGIMER Chandigarh; and one of India’s most respected hepatologists, medical educators, and academic leaders.

With a leadership journey spanning over four decades, Dr. Chawla reflects on leadership as vision, participation, innovation, and integrity—not authority or hierarchy. This episode offers rich insights into building academic excellence, fostering innovation, and strengthening public institutions.

🌟 Key Learnings from Episode 13:
• Why vision is the most essential leadership quality
• Establishing India’s first Liver ICU and a comprehensive organ transplantation program in a government setup
• Creating cultures of innovation, competition & academic excellence
• Initiating Research Day, Innovation Bazaar & outcome-linked research funding
• Leadership through listening, consultation & democratic decision-making
• Managing crises, media scrutiny & institutional conflict with calmness
• The need for leadership & management training for medical faculty
• Debunking a common myth: leaders don’t need all the answers

💬 “A leader must look at the best practices around the world and adapt them to their own institution.”
— Dr. Yogesh Kumar Chawla

👉 Watch Episode 13 here:
🎥 https://youtu.be/5-c1TuxRMLI

🎙️ Host:
Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel
Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine & School of Public Health
PGIMER Chandigarh

🌍 Voices of Change is an initiative of the International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) at PGIMER Chandigarh, featuring conversations with leaders who have transformed healthcare, academia, and public institutions through vision-driven leadership.

🔔 Subscribe to the IPHMDP YouTube channel for weekly episodes spotlighting leadership journeys that inspire change.

20/01/2026

🎧 EPISODE 12 IS LIVE! | Voices of Change: A Global Leadership Series
Leadership Beyond Authority. Leadership That Leaves a Legacy.

We are pleased to share Episode 12 of Voices of Change, featuring Dr. Y.K. Sarin,
Director Professor & Head, Department of Pediatric Surgery,
Maulana Azad Medical College & Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi.

This deeply reflective episode explores leadership in medicine not as visibility or position, but as purpose, ethics, empathy, and responsibility. Dr. Sarin offers profound insights on how great leaders create environments of trust, nurture future leaders, and uphold ethical clarity—especially in high-stakes clinical settings.

🌟 Key Learnings from this Episode:
• How clarity of purpose can change outcomes—and even save lives
• Ethical decision-making in complex surgery: capability must be guided by conscience
• Empathy as a leadership tool to build confidence and competence in trainees
• Preventing burnout by shifting focus from tasks to people
• Why credit should flow downward and accountability upward
• Managing conflict through alignment of intent, not authority
• Leading today’s informed and globally exposed young professionals
• Why the most powerful leadership is often invisible—but deeply impactful

💬 “A good leader creates systems. A great leader creates successors.”
— Dr. Y.K. Sarin

👉 Watch Episode 12 here:
🎥 https://youtu.be/CMzqYIsZfAE

🎙️ Host:
Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel
Professor, Department of Community Medicine & School of Public Health
PGIMER Chandigarh

🌍 Voices of Change is an initiative of the International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) at PGIMER Chandigarh, highlighting leadership journeys that shape people, institutions, and values.

🔔 Subscribe to the IPHMDP YouTube channel for weekly episodes on values-driven leadership in healthcare and public health.
Post graduate institute of medical education and research, Pgimer.

06/01/2026

✨ MILESTONE ALERT | EPISODE 10 IS LIVE! ✨
🎧 Voices of Change: A Global Leadership Series

We are proud to release the 10th episode of Voices of Change—a significant milestone in our journey of amplifying leadership stories rooted in integrity, service, and lasting impact.

This landmark episode features Dr. V.M. Katoch, a towering figure in Indian public health—
President, Tuberculosis Association of India;
Former Secretary, Department of Health Research (MoHFW, Government of India); and
Former Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

Drawing from decades of national-level leadership, Dr. Katoch reflects on building institutions that endure, leading with humility and inclusiveness, and making decisions that prioritize continuity over quick wins.

🌟 Key Learnings from Episode 10:
• Leadership is measured by the impact you leave behind
• Inclusiveness, consultation & continuity over instant outcomes
• Creating the Department of Health Research—from vision to institution
• The strength of fair, transparent & methodical decision-making
• The importance of self-reflection and resisting flattery
• Bridging science, policy & systems for national impact
• A message to young leaders: build ecosystems, not just careers

💬 “Leadership is sustained action in service of others’ aspirations.”
— Dr. V.M. Katoch

👉 Watch Episode 10 now:
🎥 https://youtu.be/124xNekC2OA

🎙️ Host:
Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel
Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine & School of Public Health
PGIMER Chandigarh

🌍 Voices of Change is an initiative of the International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) at PGIMER Chandigarh—celebrating leadership journeys that shape health systems, policies, and people.

🔔 New to the series? Catch up on all previous episodes on the IPHMDP YouTube channel and be part of this growing leadership journey.

01/01/2026

With gratitude in our hearts, Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel and the IPHMDP Team thank every participant, faculty member, partner, and collaborator for being part of our remarkable global journey.

As we welcome 2026, we look forward to strengthening leadership, nurturing academic excellence, and fostering meaningful collaborations across borders. May the coming year be filled with good health, happiness, growth, and positive impact for all.

Warm wishes for a prosperous and fulfilling New Year 2026 ✨

31/12/2025

Happy New Year 2026✨

As we welcome a new year filled with hope, purpose, and possibilities, Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel, Program Director and the entire IPHMDP Team extend our warmest New Year wishes to our global IPHMDP family.

The journey reflected in this message is not just about milestones achieved, but about people, partnerships, shared learning, and a collective commitment to strengthening public health leadership worldwide. Each participant, faculty member, collaborator, and supporter has been an integral part of this growing global community.

May 2026 bring you good health, professional growth, renewed energy, and opportunities to create meaningful impact. Let us continue to learn together, lead with purpose, and build a healthier, more resilient future through collaboration and compassion.

Wishing you and your loved ones A very Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year 2026 🌟

—Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel & Team IPHMDP

30/12/2025

Ready to lead the future of public health?

The 32nd International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) brings together global public health professionals, healthcare managers, quality leaders, policy experts, and academicians to strengthen leadership and management capabilities for real-world impact.

If you’re shaping health systems, influencing policy, or advancing public health education — this program is for you.

📌 Supported by ITEC, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

👉 Apply | Learn | Lead
📝 How to Apply

1️⃣ Open the registration page by clicking the link https://itecgoi.in/courses_listinst?salt6=LWwg4j7E9Jnmu+uaDcF3UA==
2️⃣ Go to Serial Number 1
3️⃣ Locate the course titled “International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP)”
4️⃣ Click Apply and fill in the required details

📍 Location: Chandigarh, India
📅 Dates: 10th – 19th February 2026
⏳ Duration: 10 Days

30/12/2025

🌟 A Moment of Pride for IPHMDP! 🌟

We are delighted to share a truly proud milestone for the IPHMDP family 🎉

One of our esteemed alumni from the 30th International Public Health Management & Development Program (2–11 July 2025), Mr. Kelvin K***a, has had his testimonial officially published by the High Commission of India, Zambia. India in Zambia (High Commission of India, Lusaka)

Mr. Kelvin K***a, Public Health Lecturer, Ministry of Health, Zambia, beautifully articulated his learning journey, reflections, and experiences with IPHMDP—highlighting not only the academic rigor of the program but also the spirit of global collaboration, cultural exchange, and leadership development that IPHMDP stands for.

His words and active engagement throughout the course serve as an inspiring example of how capacity building translates into real-world impact 🌍✨

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Kelvin K***a
We are proud to see our alumni amplifying the vision and values of IPHMDP on an international platform and strengthening the bridge of cooperation between nations.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation - ITEC Iphmdp Pgimer Post graduate institute of medical education and research, Pgimer.
Dr S. Jaishankar PMO India

30/12/2025

🎧 EPISODE 9 IS LIVE! | Voices of Change: A Global Leadership Series
Leadership Rooted in Values, Courage, and Perseverance

We are proud to release Episode 9 of Voices of Change, featuring Prof. Amarjeet Singh, Former Head, Department of Community Medicine & School of Public Health, PGIMER Chandigarh — a distinguished public health academician, mentor, innovator, and institution-builder.

With an extraordinary legacy of 300+ research papers, 38 books, 150+ book chapters, and 65+ funded research projects, Dr. Singh reflects on a lifetime of leadership shaped not by titles, but by honesty, simplicity, resilience, and ethical conviction.

This deeply reflective episode offers rare insights into leadership forged through real challenges, resistance, failures, and perseverance.

🌟 Key Learnings from this Episode:
• Leadership as a lived combination of values, not a single trait
• Why honesty, hard work, and simplicity outweigh authority
• How rejection often becomes the seed of innovation
• Building impactful initiatives despite institutional resistance
• Standing firm during crises, misinformation, and personal attacks
• The importance of documentation, transparency, and courage
• Leadership lessons from students, communities, and lived realities
• Why emotional intelligence, balance, family, and health matter most

💬 “If you believe you are right and ethical, do not be afraid. Truth will follow.”
— Prof. Amarjeet Singh

👉 Watch Episode 9 here:
🎥 https://youtu.be/AMyCozvnmcY

🎙️ Host:
Dr. Kritika Upadhyay
Program Coordinator, IPHMDP
PhD Scholar, Post graduate institute of medical education and research, Pgimer.

🌍 Voices of Change is an initiative of the International Public Health Management Development Program (IPHMDP) at PGIMER Chandigarh, spotlighting leadership journeys that have shaped health systems, institutions, and generations through values-driven leadership.

🔔 Subscribe to the IPHMDP YouTube channel for weekly conversations with leaders who inspire change through integrity and service.