UditVani, Jamshedpur: Jamshedpur has lost one of its most compassionate medical visionaries. Dr. Nagendra Singh — eminent laparoscopic surgeon, founder of Mango-based Ganga Memorial Hospital, and saviour of thousands of the poor — breathed his last this morning.
He was hailed as a “Messiah of the Poor,” his life’s work stood as a testament to rare humanitarian commitment in modern healthcare.
Dr. Singh’s health deteriorated sharply two days ago, following which he was airlifted from Jamshedpur to Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, for advanced treatment.
Despite being on ventilator support, he succumbed today with his wife, Ranju Singh, by his side.
His mortal remains are expected to reach Jamshedpur late this evening.
In a sterling medical career spanning over three decades, Dr. Singh performed nearly one lakh surgeries — of which more than 14,000 were completely free for the underprivileged.
After completing his MBBS from Magadh University and MS (Surgery) from RIMS, Ranchi, he chose service over commercial practice, organising surgical camps in remote and underserved areas.
To honour his mother, the late Ganga Devi, he established Ganga Memorial Hospital in Mango — a refuge for countless patients who could not afford treatment.
Many a time, when people had no money, he accepted vegetables as a token of gratitude, earning the affectionate title “Sabzi Wale Doctor.”
His extraordinary service earned him numerous accolades, including recognition from then Jharkhand Governor and now President of India, Droupadi Murmu.
For thousands who found life and hope through his hands, Dr. Singh was more than a doctor — he was a guardian angel in a white coat.
His humility, accessibility, and relentless devotion to humanity elevated him to the stature of a living deity.
Today, not just Jamshedpur but all of Jharkhand mourns the departure of a true humanitarian icon — a doctor who dedicated every heartbeat to healing others.
His legacy will continue to inspire generations of medical professionals and remind society of the highest purpose of medicine : service to humanity.
