Padma Shri awardee doctor MC Dawar treats patients for Just Rs 20 in Madhya Pradesh

Dr Munishwar Chandar Dawar, a doctor based in Madhya Pradesh, has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri award for his selfless and dedicated service to the community. Despite facing numerous challenges, Dr. Dawar has been treating patients for just Rs 20, making healthcare accessible to all, regardless of their economic background.

Dr. Dawar, who has been practising medicine for over 35 years, has always believed in serving the underprivileged sections of society. He started his journey as a doctor in a small village in Madhya Pradesh, where he saw the need for affordable healthcare services. Realising that many people in the village could not afford the high costs of medical treatment, he decided to charge just Rs 20 per consultation.

This humble fee not only made healthcare accessible to the villagers but also helped him in building a strong bond with his patients. They would often come to him with their problems, and he would always go the extra mile to help them. His patients would often tell him that they felt like he was not just their doctor but also a friend who cared for them.


Dr. Dawar's work did not go unnoticed and soon he was recognized for his contributions to the community and was awarded the Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian awards in India.

Despite his success, Dr. Dawar continues to treat patients for just Rs 20 and has even started a trust to provide free medical treatment to the underprivileged.

FAQs

Q1.What is the lowest amount Dr. Dawar charged to his patients?
Dr Munishwar Chandar Dawar started treating people for Rs 2 and currently, he charges just Rs 20 as his fees.

Q2.Where does Dr. Dawar live?
He lives in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.