NEW JERSEY (TIP):  The Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America (BJANA) honored Dr. Avinash and Dr. Geeta Gupta with its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at its 50th Golden Anniversary and Global Conclave, recognizing their transformative contributions to healthcare, social welfare, and community service.

For decades, the Guptas have provided vital healthcare to underserved tribal and rural populations in Jharkhand and Bihar. In partnership with ASHA Jharkhand NGO, they lead PRAN-BJANA, a mobile medical clinic offering free care, including diagnostics and medicines, to remote villages. With over 115 camps conducted and 10,000+ patients treated, their model blends in-person outreach with telehealth consultations from the U.S., dramatically expanding access to care.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Guptas led vaccination drives in New Jersey, serving over 3,500 Indian Americans, and provided critical virtual care to patients in India, easing hospital burdens and directing resources efficiently. Their initiatives included establishing a 10-bed COVID Care Center, donating ambulances and oxygen concentrators, and supporting families in distress.

Beyond healthcare, the Guptas champion education and cultural preservation. In 2008, they founded the Dr. Avinash Gupta Foundation, providing scholarships to meritorious but underprivileged students in Jharkhand. As Chair and Chief Trustee of the Shri Siddhivinayak Temple USA & Indian Cultural Center, they’ve raised over $2 million for community initiatives.

A former President of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), Dr. Avinash Gupta has been instrumental in organizing the largest India Day Parade outside India, celebrating Indian heritage across the Northeast. He has also served as President of MOCAAPI, BJANA, and the Medical Staff at Monmouth Medical Center – Southern Campus, and currently serves on the Ocean County Board of Health.

Dr. Gupta has tirelessly advocated for Indo-American collaboration, fair representation, and challenged media biases, all while mentoring young Indian professionals and physicians in the U.S.

Previous Awards and Recognitions:

Humanitarian Gala Award, 2020 – Monmouth Medical Center

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Award, 2020 – Consulate General of India, NY

Proclamation for COVID Service, 2021 – State of New Jersey

Extraordinary Leadership Award, 2020 – AAPI

Healthcare Heroes Award, 2020 – BJANA

India Day Parade Honoree, 2019 – FIA

Service to Homeland, 2019 – BCCI, Patna

25 Years of Service, 1994–2019 – RWJBarnabas Health

Through their unwavering dedication, the Guptas have brought relief to thousands, uplifted communities, and inspired countless individuals across continents. Their journey reflects the true essence of service, compassion, and global impact.