Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy - Physician And Educationist Who Served As West Bengal's Chief Minister
By Somak Adhikari
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Birth
Was born on July 1, 1882.?
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National Doctors' Day
His birthday was been celebrated as National Doctors' Day in India since 1991.?
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Accomplishments
Played an important part in establishing the Indian Institute of Mental Health, the Infectious Disease Hospital and the first-ever postgraduate medical college in Calcutta?
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As Mayor
Promoted free education, free medical aid, better roads, improved lighting and water supply.?
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As CM
Restored law and order in West Bengal and laid the foundation for Durgapur, Kalyani, Bidhannagar, Ashokenagar and Habra.?
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Bharat Ratna
Awarded in 1961.?
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Death
Died on July 1, 1962 - his 80th birthday?
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