Dr. Ramkrishna Mitra Memorial Research Foundation
Honoring the legacy of a distinguished economist, scholar, educationist, environmentalist, and policymaker through initiatives in Health, Education, and Environment.
Our Focus Areas
The Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in three core areas, continuing Dr. Mitra's vision and work.
Health
Supporting healthcare initiatives, medical research, and improving access to quality healthcare services.
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Promoting academic excellence, supporting educational institutions, and providing scholarships to deserving students.
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Advocating for sustainable practices, environmental conservation, and raising awareness about ecological issues.
Learn More"A distinguished scholar and economist, Dr. Mitra was a pioneer among the brilliant minds that studied and understood e-governance deeply. For nearly four decades, he made a lasting contribution to the realms of public policy and administration."
May 29, 2024
About Dr. Ramkrishna Mitra
Dr. (Prof) Ramkrishna Mitra was a distinguished economist, scholar, educationist, environmentalist, and policymaker who dedicated his life to public service and academic excellence.
His versatility came to the fore when he made a transition to the field of academia, serving in teaching and leadership positions in highly reputed universities.
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Words from those who knew and respected Dr. Ramkrishna Mitra
"A distinguished scholar and economist, Dr. Mitra was a pioneer among the brilliant minds that studied and understood e-governance deeply. For nearly four decades, he made a lasting contribution to the realms of public policy and administration."
Prime Minister of India
May 29, 2024
"As India's first Ph.D. in E-Governance from IIT Delhi and a recognized scholar in Technology Management, he significantly contributed to the evolving interface of technology and public policy. Over a career spanning more than four decades in public service, including 35 years in the Indian civil services, he played a pivotal role in advancing ethical, technology-driven governance. He believed in shaping the future through knowledge and institution-building. His work remains relevant, particularly in the context of integrating digital tools with transparent and responsive governance."
Defence Minister of India
June 21, 2025
Our Gallery
Moments from Dr. Mitra's life and the Foundation's work.
Foundation Events
Key moments and events from the Dr. Ramkrishna Mitra Memorial Research Foundation
Inauguration by Dr Meera Mishra
Prayers by Vidushi Sudha Raghuraman
Website Launch by Dr Rajiv Chandran
Lecture by Shri Amitabh Kant
Launch of DigiMitra by Dr Neeta Verma
Lecture by Dr Neeta Verma
Concert for Peace by UstadMa Zila Khan
Inauguration by Dr Meera Mishra
Inauguration and lecture by Dr Meera Mishra, Country Co-ordinator at IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development), India Country Office, United Nations
DigiMitra: Inspired by Dr. Mitra's Vision
Every Patient Deserves a Witness
DigiMitra empowers families and legal professionals with real-time ICU monitoring, tamper-proof records, and AI-driven insights for unparalleled medicolegal clarity.
- Real-Time ICU Streaming: Live, secure video and audio feeds from the ICU, accessible to authorized individuals anytime, anywhere.
- Tamper-Proof Records: All medical events, procedures, and communications logged on a blockchain for ultimate data integrity.
- AI-Driven Summaries: GenAI technology analyzes complex data to provide clear, concise summaries and identify key events.
- Legal Export Capabilities: Easily export comprehensive, verifiable data packages formatted for legal and regulatory requirements.
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Support our initiatives in Health, Education, and Environment to continue the impactful work inspired by Dr. Ramkrishna Mitra.
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