According to an official statement from the College, the sculpture—generously donated by UK-based surgeon Professor Chandra Cheruvu and his family—has been added to the RCSEd Heritage Collection.

“The addition of the sculpture recognises the rich and diverse traditions that have shaped medicine and surgery across cultures and centuries, while reinforcing the College’s commitment to preserving and celebrating surgical heritage,” the statement said.

During the same event, a major announcement was made regarding the establishment of an annual Sushruta Lectureship, made possible through a donation from Professor Vadrevu K. Raju. The lectureship, inspired by Sushruta’s enduring legacy, will explore the broader dimensions of medicine and surgery beyond technical expertise alone, the College added.

Welcoming the initiative, the Indian Consulate in Scotland posted on X that the ceremony celebrated India’s ancient medical heritage, the historical India-Scotland links in medicine and surgery, and the Royal College’s long-standing role in advancing surgical education worldwide. It also expressed gratitude to RCSEd and Professor Chandra Cheruvu for the initiative.