The College of Physiotherapy, Christian Medical College and Hospital, celebrated its freshers’ night.
Students presented various cultural items. Principal of the college, Dr M K Mam, gave a brief history of the department which is one of the oldest of its kind, started in 1961.
Dr AG Thomas, Director, CMC, was the chief guest at the function and gave the details of the people who started the department and their contribution to the institution. He also emphasised the role of physiotherapists in patient management and their rehabilitation. Later, he distributed prizes to the winners of various competitions. Angela was chosen as Fresher 2008, award for best performance went to Rachel George and ‘Personality of the day’ went to Shikha Joseph. K E Benjamin, vice-principal, thanked the administration, the students and the staff.