Thiruvananthapuram: In a proud moment for Kerala’s healthcare sector, Dr Sheeja G. Manoj, Managing Director of GG Hospital, has been conferred a special award by Kerala Kaumudi in recognition of her visionary leadership and dedicated service to healthcare.
The award was presented by Kerala Governor Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at a grand ceremony held on January 9, 2026, at Hotel Dimora, Thiruvananthapuram, as part of the 114th anniversary celebrations of Kerala Kaumudi.
The honour acknowledges Dr Sheeja’s decisive role in elevating GG Hospital into one of Thiruvananthapuram’s premier healthcare institutions by combining state-of-the-art medical technology with a strong patient-centric approach.
Through innovative treatment methods, compassionate healthcare delivery, and sustained community health awareness initiatives, Dr Sheeja G. Manoj has made a lasting impact on the medical field. Attendees at the event highlighted her unique ability to seamlessly integrate clinical excellence with administrative and leadership expertise.
The ceremony was attended by Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Mayor V. V. Rajesh, Kerala Kaumudi Chief Editor Deepu Ravi, and several distinguished figures from the political, social, cultural, and healthcare sectors.
The recognition of Dr Sheeja G. Manoj’s contributions is being hailed as an inspiration to the wider healthcare community, reflecting a commitment to innovation, compassion, and excellence in Kerala’s health sector.