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Mumbai Doctors Posthumously Nominated for Pakistan's Highest Civilian Honour
Two Parsi physicians from Mumbai are set to receive Pakistan's Nishan-e-Imtiaz for maintaining confidentiality regarding Muhammad Ali Jinnah's health.
Islamabad has nominated two Mumbai-based Parsi physicians, Dr Jal Ratanji Patel and Dr Jal Dhaybho-Koo, for Pakistan's most prestigious civilian award, the Nishan-e-Imtiaz. The posthumous honour acknowledges their commitment to professional ethics by maintaining strict confidentiality surrounding Muhammad Ali Jinnah's terminal health condition in the period leading up to the subcontinent's Partition.
Dr Patel, a physician, and Dr Dhaybho-Koo, a radiologist, are recognised for their discreet dedication, which, while purely professional, inadvertently played a significant role in the historical formation of Pakistan. Their silent commitment to patient privacy ensured that Jinnah's health status remained undisclosed during a critical political juncture.
The Nishan-e-Imtiaz, which translates to 'Order of Excellence', is Pakistan's highest honour conferred upon civilians for their achievements and services to the nation or humanity. The nomination of these two Indian doctors for such a distinguished award highlights a unique chapter in the shared history of India and Pakistan.
The formal award ceremony for Dr Patel and Dr Dhaybho-Koo is slated to take place in March 2027, according to official announcements. This recognition nearly eight decades after the events underscores the enduring impact of their professional integrity.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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