12 December 2026 Nominate Now

The National Stroke Care Excellence Awards 2026 is the flagship awards programme of Stroke & AI 2026, created to recognise outstanding contributions, innovations, and leadership in stroke and neurovascular care across India.

The awards celebrate healthcare professionals, hospitals, stroke centres, researchers, emergency medical services, rehabilitation teams, innovators, and organisations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to improving stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, research, education, and patient outcomes.

Presented during the Stroke & AI 2026 Awards Ceremony, the awards honour individuals and institutions that are setting new benchmarks in clinical excellence, technological innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centred care.

Why It Matters

Awards Overview

Stroke is one of India's leading causes of mortality and long-term disability. The National Stroke Care Excellence Awards have been established to recognise those who are making a meaningful impact in strengthening the country's stroke ecosystem.

From pioneering neurologists and comprehensive stroke centres to AI innovators and rehabilitation specialists, these awards celebrate excellence across the complete continuum of stroke care.

The programme aims to inspire best practices, encourage innovation, and promote collaborative healthcare models that improve the quality, accessibility, and outcomes of stroke services nationwide.

Award
Objectives

  • Recognise excellence in stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and research.
  • Honour healthcare professionals and institutions delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
  • Encourage innovation in Artificial Intelligence, neuroimaging, digital health, and stroke technology.
  • Promote multidisciplinary collaboration across the stroke care pathway.
  • Showcase best practices that can be replicated nationally.
  • Inspire the next generation of stroke clinicians, researchers, and healthcare innovators.
  • Strengthen India's comprehensive stroke care ecosystem through recognition and knowledge sharing.
Eligibility

Who Can Apply

Nominations are invited from:

Neurologists
Neurosurgeons
Neurointerventionists
Emergency Physicians
Rehabilitation Specialists
Stroke Nurses
Neuro Radiologist
Hospital/Institutes
NGOs in Stroke Awareness
Researchers & Scientists
Stroke Warrior/Survivor
Others Doctors
Dietician/Nutrition Expert
Categories

Award Categories

Individual Excellence Awards
  • Stroke Leadership Award (North, East, West, South, National)
  • Egas Monis Memorial Stroke Neurointerventionist Award (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Young Rising Star in Stroke Care (North, East, West, South, National)
  • Excellence in Nursing Care in Stroke (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Speech Therapy in Stroke (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Swallow Therapy in Stroke (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Nutritional Care in Stroke (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Stroke Warrior/Survivor Award (National, Delhi NCR)
Institutional Excellence Awards
  • Stroke Pathway Award (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Stroke Care Unit (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Rural Stroke Care Services (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Stroke Rehabilitation (National, Delhi NCR)
Research & Academic Excellence
  • Best Research in Stroke Care (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Best Young Stroke Research Scholar (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Best Research in Innovation/AI Application in Stroke Care (National, Delhi NCR)
Emergency & Pre-Hospital Stroke Care
  • Excellence in Rapid Ambulance Service in Stroke Care (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Excellence in Pre-Hospital Stroke Care (National, Delhi NCR)
Community & Impact Awards
  • Stroke Awareness Campaign of the Year (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Stroke Awareness Support Group/NGO (National, Delhi NCR)
  • School/College Actively Participating in Stroke Awareness (National, Delhi NCR)
Innovation & Technology Awards
  • Excellence in Tele-Stroke Services (Delhi NCR/National)
Special Recognition Awards
  • Jury Choice Award – Excellence in Stroke Care (Personal/Group/Institute) (National, Delhi NCR)
  • Lifetime Achievement in Stroke Care (National, Delhi NCR)
Selection Process

Five Steps To Recognition

A rigorous and transparent evaluation process ensures that every nomination is judged fairly and independently.

Step 1
Online NominationEligible individuals and organisations submit their nominations with supporting documentation.
Step 2
Eligibility ScreeningThe awards committee reviews submissions to ensure compliance with eligibility criteria.
Step 3
Expert Jury EvaluationAn independent jury of nationally and internationally recognised experts evaluates nominations against predefined parameters.
Step 4
Final ReviewTop-scoring entries undergo a comprehensive review before final recommendations are made.
Step 5
Winners AnnouncementAward recipients are announced during the National Stroke Care Excellence Awards Gala at Stroke & AI 2026.
What Judges Look For

Evaluation Criteria

Clinical Excellence
Depth and consistency of clinical outcomes across the care pathway.
Innovation & Tech
Adoption of AI, neuroimaging, and digital health solutions.
Patient Outcomes
Demonstrated improvement in recovery and quality of life.
Research & Publications
Contribution to the evidence base in stroke and neurovascular care.
Quality Improvement
Structured initiatives that raise the standard of care delivery.
Leadership & Teamwork
Multidisciplinary collaboration across the stroke care journey.
Community Impact
Reach and effect on awareness, prevention, and access.
Scalability
Models that can be sustained and replicated nationally.
Ethical Practice
Adherence to ethical standards in clinical care and research.
Stroke Awareness
Contribution to public education and early-response awareness.
The Value

Why Participate?

National Recognition

Gain recognition as one of India's leading contributors to stroke and neurovascular care.

Prestigious Platform

Receive your award in front of eminent clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and industry experts.

Professional Credibility

Enhance your institution's reputation and showcase your commitment to excellence.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with India's leading stroke experts, healthcare organisations, researchers, and innovators.

Media & Brand Visibility

Extensive visibility across conference platforms, digital channels, media coverage, and publications.

Celebrate Excellence

Join a distinguished community dedicated to transforming stroke care in India.

Independent Judging

Jury Panel

Judged by an independent multidisciplinary jury comprising distinguished experts from:

Neurology Neurointervention Neurosurgery Emergency Medicine Neuro Radiology Stroke Rehabilitation Medical Research Artificial Intelligence Digital Health Healthcare Administration

The jury evaluates nominations using a structured scoring framework to ensure fairness, transparency, and merit-based selection.

Leadership

Organising Committee

Chairperson
Prof. (Dr.) M. V. Padma

Prof. (Dr.) M. V. Padma

Chairperson
Prof. (Dr.) Dheeraj Khurana

Prof. (Dr.) Dheeraj Khurana

Chairperson
Organising Secretary
Dr. Biplab Das

Dr. Biplab Das

Organising Secretary
Mark Your Calendar

Important Dates

Nominations OpenComing Soon
Early Bird DeadlineComing Soon
Final Nomination DeadlineComing Soon
Jury EvaluationNovember 2026
Finalists AnnouncementDecember 2026
Awards Ceremony12 December 2026
Distinction

Why These Awards Are Different

India's First Dedicated Stroke Excellence Awards

A specialised national recognition programme exclusively focused on stroke and neurovascular care.

AI & Innovation Focus

Recognising pioneering work in artificial intelligence, digital health, neuroimaging, and predictive analytics.

Merit-Based Evaluation

A transparent, evidence-driven assessment process led by an independent expert jury.

Comprehensive Coverage

Celebrating excellence from emergency response and acute care to rehabilitation, research, and education.

National Platform

Bringing together India's leading stroke specialists, hospitals, researchers, and industry partners.

Inspiring Future Excellence

Recognising achievements that improve patient outcomes and strengthen stroke care systems nationwide.

Nominate Today

Celebrate Excellence. Recognise Innovation.
Transform Stroke Care.

If you or your organisation has made a significant contribution to stroke care, research, education, rehabilitation, or healthcare innovation, submit your nomination for the National Stroke Care Excellence Awards 2026.

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