Dr. Omkar Prasad Baidya
In today’s India, where science and spirituality usually follow different directions,
Dr. Omkar Prasad Baidya stands out as someone who has successfully linked both
fields. As an award-winning doctor, thinker, teacher, and writer, Dr. Baidya has
built a remarkable reputation not just in medicine but also in promoting ethics
and peace across the world. His life proves that when intelligence is guided by
strong moral values, it has the power to positively transform society.
A Multifaceted Academic and Healer
Dr. Baidya, born in 1984 in Agartala, Tripura, has had an outstanding academic
journey from the beginning. He completed his MBBS and MD at RIMS, Imphal,
and later pursued a Post MD-PhD at King George’s Medical University, Lucknow,
supported by an ICMR fellowship. He has done certifications from several global
institutions like such as Harvard, Yale, Johns Hopkins, and the University of
Toronto, showcasing his wide involvement in academics and healthcare. At
present, he works as a professor of Physiology at Jagannath Institute of Medical
Sciences and Hoapital, Kolkata.
Author of a New Moral Paradigm
- Dr. Baidya has written several groundbreaking books that bring
together scientific knowledge and ethical thinking. - His books include:
- A Path to World Peace
- Universal Ethics and World Peace
- Morality Beyond Human Brain
- Nature and Morality
- In these writings, he presents the concept of intrinsic morality, which
argues that morality isn’t just shaped by society, it’s a natural part of every living
being. - According to him, this inner sense of right and wrong, along with
external moral guidance, is key to personal growth and the overall progress of
humankind. - Using mathematical models, he connects philosophical ideas with
brain science, creating a unique approach that has gained global scholarly
interest.
Human Virtues as Tools for Peace
- Dr. Baidya strongly believes that true peace can be achieved by
nurturing core human values. - He sees compassion, forgiveness, and nonviolence as the three main
principles needed to build a peaceful world. - He puts forward the concept of a universal religion rooted in ethics
and values, rising above regional and religious differences.
Global Recognition and Honours
Dr. Baidya’s remarkable work has won him many honors, such as:
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National and International Awards
- Mahatma Gandhi Nobel Peace Award
- Nelson Mandela Nobel Peace Award
- Asia Peace Prize
- Gandhi Mandela Award
- Bharat Bhushan Samman, and more
He has also been featured in respected rankings, including:
- Top 10 Influential Indian Personalities (2022)
- Top 20 Healthcare Experts in India
- Top 100 Educators and Professors by FoxClues
- Top 100 Powerful Personalities by Glantor X
These awards highlight how his ideas and humanitarian work have made a strong
impression both in India and around the world.
A Lifelong Mission to Inspire and Educate
- More than his titles and achievements, what stands out is his
dedication to teaching ethics and building moral awareness. - He believes young people must be taught moral leadership to help
tackle global issues like war, injustice, corruption, and climate change. - Through his writing, teaching, and medical work, he encourages
future generations to succeed professionally while also making ethical
contributions to society.
To learn more about his work, education, and international recognition, check out
:- Top 10 Inspiring Personalities of the Year 2022 announced by Fame Finders
Media: Deccan Herald
