Manipal, October 25, 2025: Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP), Manipal, a constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, hosted RESCARE 2025, the annual conference of the Indian Association of Respiratory Care (IARC), from October 24 to 26, 2025, at Manipal, Karnataka.

The conference was inaugurated on October 25, 2025, in the presence of distinguished dignitaries and officials of MAHE.

In his welcome address, Dr Arun G. Maiya, Dean, MCHP, underscored the importance of advancing education and research in the field of respiratory care to meet evolving healthcare demands. The inaugural session also witnessed the participation of Dr Harish M. M., President, IARC, and Dr Saumy Johnson, General Secretary, IARC, who represented the association.   Dr Pratibha Todur, Organising Chair and Head of Department (in charge) of Respiratory Therapy, outlined the objectives and vision of the event.

Addressing the gathering, Pro Chancellor, MAHE Dr H.S. Ballal and  Dr Sharath K. Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences) emphasised the critical role of respiratory therapists in modern healthcare and highlighted the rapid transformation of the profession in India. Dr Ifthikar Ali delivered a virtual address on the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions and its expanding scope. Dr V. Ramkumarand Dr Anitha Shenoy, Former Heads of the Department of Anaesthesiology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, delivered the keynote address.

The three-day national conference brought together over 500 delegates from across India, including researchers, academicians, clinicians, and industry professionals. Through a series of scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, and panel discussions, the conference explored emerging trends, evolving technologies, and best practices in respiratory care, promoting innovation and collaboration between academia and clinical practice.