At the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025, a dynamic and future-forward session titled “Social Media as an Enabler of Public Health Outcomes” was hosted by NIMS University Rajasthan, bringing together digital health strategists, content creators, and policy advisors to explore how social platforms are reshaping the global public health narrative.
The session was moderated by Aryan Chaturvedi, Digital Branding Strategist at NIMS University Rajasthan, and featured distinguished speakers:
Pratima Singh, Policy Advisor, Government of Alberta, Canada
Revant Himatsingka, Health Crusader and Change-Maker, popularly known as “Food Pharmer”
Dr. Vishal Gabale, Medical Content Creator and Faculty at Doc Tutorials
About the Session
This session focused on how social media platforms have emerged as powerful tools to promote health awareness, influence behavior change, and drive large-scale engagement—particularly during public health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Opening the discussion, the panel emphasized the transformative role of platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter in enabling real-time information sharing, democratizing access to health knowledge, and challenging stigma around issues like mental health and vaccination.
Key Questions Discussed:
What role has social media played in shaping public health behaviour during recent health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic? What lessons have we learned?
What are some successful examples of grassroots or community-led public health campaigns that leveraged social media effectively?
How can we ensure that public health messaging on social media is inclusive, culturally sensitive, and accessible to underserved populations?
What emerging technologies (e.g., AI, AR/VR, chatbots) hold promise for the future of public health engagement on social media platforms?
How can public health campaigns on social media balance urgency with accuracy, especially when dealing with fast-evolving health crises?
What are some challenges in maintaining public trust in health messaging on social media, and how can we overcome them?
How do algorithms on social media impact the visibility of health-related content, and what can be done to ensure equitable access to accurate health information?
What ethical considerations should be taken into account when using influencers or celebrities to promote public health messages on social media?
Highlights from the Panel
Pratima Singh stressed the need for governments to work in sync with creators and platform providers to build policy-aligned, culturally relevant content, particularly during global emergencies.
Revant Himatsingka discussed the influence of digital creators and emphasized the responsibility to fact-check, simplify scientific content, and present it in an engaging and relatable manner. His viral campaigns on food labeling and ingredient awareness were cited as examples of citizen-led impact.
Dr. Vishal Gabale shared his experience of reaching over 845,000 followers through evidence-based, accessible content, and stressed the need for medical professionals to embrace digital storytelling without compromising scientific accuracy.
NIMS University: Leading the Conversation
As the exclusive host of this crucial session, NIMS University reaffirmed its growing role not only in medical education and research, but in leading global conversations around digital public health strategy.
“At NIMS University, we are committed to enabling the next generation of health leaders and communicators,” said Prof. (Dr.) Balvir S. Tomar, Founder and Chairperson, NIMS University and International President, World Health Summit.
“Social media is the frontier of public health dialogue—and we’re proud to shape this conversation at a global platform like World Health Summit Regional meeting 2025, New delhi”
Conclusion
The session concluded with a call to action: Public health stakeholders must evolve with the digital age, work collaboratively with creators and communities, and uphold ethics, accuracy, and empathy in every piece of content they share.
The key takeaway echoed by the panel:
Social media can’t replace traditional health systems—but it can amplify truth, connect people, and save lives when used with intention and integrity.
About the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025
The World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025, hosted by Nims University and WHS Academic Alliance for the first time in India at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, brought together over 5,000 delegates from 54 countries, featuring 950+ speakers and 160+ sessions over three days. Organized in collaboration with more than 90 global institutions, including WHO SEARO, UNICEF, ADB, Gates Foundation, and Siemens Healthineers, the Regional Meeting served as a robust platform for advancing discussions on universal health coverage, climate and planetary health, digital transformation, maternal and mental health, and emergency preparedness. With its theme “Scaling Access to Ensure Health Equity,” the meeting focused on bridging innovation and inclusion—amplifying India라이브 바카라 growing leadership in global health diplomacy.
About the NIMS University Rajasthan, Jaipur
Established in 2008 under the NIMS University Act by the Government of Rajasthan, NIMS University is a self-financed private institution located in Jaipur. Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, the university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). It holds accreditations and recognitions from several regulatory bodies, including the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Medical Council of India (MCI), Dental Council of India (DCI), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), Bar Council of India (BCI), Indian Nursing Council (INC), Rajasthan Nursing Council (RNC), and Rehabilitation Council of India (RPC). The university is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
NIMS University offers over 450 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across a broad range of disciplines, including Medicine, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, Paramedical Sciences, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Advanced Sciences, Management, Commerce, Law, Architecture, Humanities, Fashion Design, Hotel Management, Mass Communication, and Media Studies.
It is located on the Jaipur-Delhi Highway, and the campus is situated in the backdrop of the Aravalli Hills. It accommodates students from across India and abroad, offering a diverse cultural environment and access to modern infrastructure.
NIMS University has reported a strong placement record, with over 45,000 placement offers and more than 1,000 companies participating in recruitment, including major employers such as Amazon, HDFC Bank, Tata, Infosys, and L&T. Many companies have offered compensation packages exceeding INR 10 LPA.
The university has received recognition for its performance, including being ranked in the 101–150 band under the university category by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2021 and 2022. In 2023, it was awarded "Best University in North India" by the Centre for Education Growth and Research (CEGR).