
The International Institute of Nursing and Research (IINR) proudly adds another feather to its cap by being honoured with the prestigious title of Best Nursing College in West Bengal at the Zee 24 Ghanta Education Excellence Award 2025. This accolade was presented in recognition of IINR’s consistent efforts in delivering quality nursing education and its commitment to research and innovation in the field of healthcare training.
The award ceremony, hosted by Zee 24 Ghanta, was graced by eminent dignitaries including Shri Bratya Basu, Hon’ble Minister-in-Charge, Department of School Education, Government of West Bengal. Representing IINR at this momentous occasion were Principal Madam Latika Das and Vice Principal Madam Rima Bhattacharya, accompanied by the esteemed faculty and team members of IINR. Their presence was a testament to the collective dedication and hard work that have propelled IINR to the forefront of nursing education in the state.
As part of the event, Prof. Latika Das, Principal of IINR, participated in an insightful panel discussion on the topic “Medical Education and Soft Skills: Are We Producing Empathetic Medical Professionals?”. Her perspective on the growing need for compassion and emotional intelligence in healthcare was well-received by fellow educators, professionals, and the audience alike. This segment was streamed live on Zee 24 Ghanta television and its official YouTube platform, allowing thousands to benefit from the rich discourse.
In addition to the award and panel discussion, both the Principal and Vice Principal were invited to share their vision and insights in a live interaction with the anchor of Zee 24 Ghanta. They spoke passionately about the transformative journey of IINR, its student-centric approach, modern infrastructure, and its relentless drive to set benchmarks in nursing education and research.



This recognition by a leading media house serves as a strong endorsement of IINR’s mission to shape the next generation of skilled, empathetic, and research-driven nursing professionals. As IINR continues its journey towards academic and clinical excellence, this award acts as both a validation of its past efforts and a motivation to achieve even greater milestones in the future.
IINR remains committed to redefining the standards of nursing education in India – nurturing not just capable healthcare workers, but compassionate caregivers who truly make a difference.




