LUCKNOW: A dignified function was organized at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, on 13 April 2026, where Freedom From Poverty Trust (FFPT) presented scholarship cheques under the “Shri G. P. Tiwari Scholarship” to two nominated first-year MBBS students, Gaurav Mishra and Adhya Jain.
This scholarship has been instituted for the academic session 2025–26. Under this scholarship, an amount of ₹30,000 is awarded. The Trust will select one new student every year, and the selected student will receive this scholarship every year for a period of five years.
This scholarship is being awarded to students belonging to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category or to those whose annual family income is below ₹8 lakh. Thus, the initiative is not only a recognition of academic promise but also a meaningful step towards supporting financially eligible and deserving students.
The scholarship is being supported through funds contributed by Dr. L. S. Tiwari, an esteemed alumnus of the 1968 batch of KGMU, in memory of his revered father, Shri G. P. Tiwari, and is being administered through Freedom From Poverty Trust. The initiative aims to encourage meritorious, deserving, and economically eligible students and to promote excellence in medical education.
The following dignitaries were present on the occasion:
- Prof. K. K. Singh, Dean, Paramedical Sciences, KGMU
- Prof. Virendra Atam, Dean Academics, KGMU
- Prof. Rashmi Kushwaha, Dean of Student Welfare, KGMU
- Mr. Hemant Kumar Dixit, Vice President, Freedom From Poverty Trust
- Dr. L. S. Tiwari, Alumnus, 1968 Batch, KGMU
- Mr. Santosh Sharma, Finance Officer, KGMU
- Mr. Virendra Bajpai, Businessman and Social Worker
Comments for Dignitaries on this occasion
Prof. K. K. Singh said, “Such scholarships provide not only financial assistance but also moral encouragement to students. They strengthen confidence and inspire young learners to pursue their academic goals with greater dedication.”
Prof. Virendra Atam remarked, “It is always heartening for an academic institution when society and alumni come together to support deserving students. This is a commendable and inspiring initiative.”
Prof. Rashmi Kushwaha said, “This kind of scholarship assures students that their hard work and merit are being recognized. It is not merely financial support, but also a form of social encouragement and respect.”
Hemant Kumar Dixit stated, “Freedom From Poverty Trust has always remained committed to initiatives that create opportunities for deserving, hardworking, and needy students. We are happy to make a meaningful contribution in the field of education through this scholarship.”
Dr. L. S. Tiwari said, “It gives me deep satisfaction that this scholarship is being awarded in the name of my revered father, Shri G. P. Tiwari. I firmly believe that supporting education is an investment in the future of society, and these students will go on to serve the nation with distinction.”
Santosh Sharma observed, “The University administration always welcomes initiatives that are linked with student welfare, academic development, and social responsibility. This programme is a fine example of that positive spirit.”
Virendra Bajpai said, “The capable and conscious sections of society should come forward to support education. Today’s programme is proof that cooperation, compassion, and goodwill can bring meaningful change.”
At the conclusion of the programme, the scholarship recipients, Gaurav Mishra and Adhya Jain, were congratulated and wished a bright future. All the dignitaries described this initiative by the Freedom From Poverty Trust (FFPT) as an excellent example of education, social responsibility, and human values.