Writings & Documents | Medical Legacy

Stories & Memoirs

Personal narratives and reunion memories that capture the magic of our time together.

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Reunion 60-Years - News

By Dr. Abel W.K. Arumugam • 2025 • 11 pages

A heartfelt reflection on our 60th reunion, capturing the joy of reconnecting with classmates after decades apart. Abel beautifully chronicles the personalities, achievements, and enduring bonds that make our batch so special.

"60 years down the road and we are still a force to be reckoned with. The batch has made a lasting impression on the CMC family. Very few of the other batches have seen so many individuals of such sparkling characteristics."

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The Magic of '65

By Dr. Abel W.K. Arumugam • 2005 • 8 pages

A heartfelt reflection on our 40th reunion, capturing the joy of reconnecting with classmates after decades apart. Abel beautifully chronicles the personalities, achievements, and enduring bonds that make our batch so special.

"40 years down the road and we are still a force to be reckoned with. The batch has made a lasting impression on the CMC family. Very few of the other batches have seen so many individuals of such sparkling characteristics."

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65-ers Reunion Aug 2010

By Dr. Abel Armugam • 2010 • 6 pages

A delightful account of our 45th reunion in the beautiful Nilgiris, complete with toy train rides, presentations, and the warmth of friendship. Preman's wit and humor shine through every page of this memorable reunion chronicle.

"We the batch have been an extremely close batch. We have made it a point to come and be with each other as often as possible. To fraternize with our friends and to talk and laugh and sometimes cry together."

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The Sunken Garden

By Dr. Abel W.K. Arumugam • 2015 • 7 pages

A nostalgic journey back to that pivotal summer of 1965 when our batch was selected for admission to CMC Vellore. Abel masterfully recreates the tension, excitement, and joy of that life-changing moment in the iconic Sunken Garden.

"The summer in India is hot. In Vellore it is hotter. And July is when it is hottest. That summer of 1965 was particularly hot for all of us... We were all gathered in the beautiful sunken garden."

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Poems & Creative Works

Creative expressions and poetic reflections from our talented classmates.

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Alka Ganesh

4 articles

Frugal
Letter to My Father
About Our Alma-Mater
Looking at CMC from Outside

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Abel Arumugam

2 articles

ABEL W K ARUMUGAM
MUSCAT HOLIDAY

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Ashok Dyalchand

5 articles

Children's Nobel Prize
My Artwork
Empowerment of Adolescent Girls
Protecting Married Adolescent Girls
Efficacy of an intervention...

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Jacob Korula

4 articles

Circles Instead of Walls
Talk to Students at CMC 50th Reunion
Ode To Fifty
Shoes

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Lalitha Gahukamble

2 articles

My Royal Court

Cha Cha

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Preima Doraisamy

3 articles

Adventures With My Scooter
Ranjit and Molly Mathew - Preima
Preima's Rehab Work from Strait

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Raja Bhat

5 articles

Ganesha the Symbolism
Essay Jewel in the Lotus
Poem: Seeker and the Sought
For we dream of forever
Ode to an Angel

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Surinder Kaul

4 articles

How and Why I Left India
Role of Christian Hospitals in India Today
What is Mentorship
Office Worker's Dilemma

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Thomas Mammen

3 articles

Art Exhibits & Life
Surgeon photographer captures operating room drama
Wine and Song

Letters & Notes

Personal correspondence and heartfelt messages between classmates over the decades.

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Letters & Personal Notes

A collection of personal letters, notes, and correspondence that showcase the deep bonds and lasting friendships within our class. These intimate glimpses into our relationships span decades of connection.

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Book Articles

Personal memoirs and life journeys shared by the Class of 1965.

Clement Deenadayal - The Potter and the Clay

Ganesh Gopalakrishnan - Life in the Mansion of the Gods

Jharna Mahata - Life Changing Moments

Abel Arumugam - The First Day

Alka Ganesh - Letter to My Father

Surinder Kaul - My life changing moments

Ashok Dayalchand - Artist-doctor pioneers rural health programs

Jacob Korula - Ethics stand costs career preserves integrity

Meera Kishen - Reproductive health pioneer fights for recognition

Philip Stokoe - Missionary doctor builds churches serves globally

Preman Jeyaratnam - Retired doctor rebuilds post-war Sri Lanka

Rohini Virathan - Life's moments through kaleidoscope view

Dr. Ronnie Gyi - Burmese refugee doctor's journey to UK

Suryaprabha - Missionary doctor's life of dedicated service

Dr. G. Johnson - Mustache punishment becomes romantic opportunity story

Lalitha Wairagar Gahukamble - Reunion letter celebrating exceptional medical batch

Sushila Mathew - A pretty savvy pediatrician

Thomas K. Mammen - Cannon Reading Room Exhibit

Shirley Korula - The Risks, Influences, Adventures and Achievements in My Life

Preima Doraisammy - Story of a doctor

Roop Kishan - And so, this is how I journeyed through my life thus far!

Benjamin Rajendran - In love with Dubai

Books Published

Books authored and published by members of the Batch of 1965, reflecting their professional achievements, personal journeys, creative pursuits, and lifelong contributions to society.

What are you reading these days

Books published by Bo65

As We Grow Old...

Reflections on aging, wisdom, health, relationships, and the lessons learned through a lifetime of experiences. Thoughtful writings that explore the joys and challenges of growing older with grace and purpose.

Growing old and what it feels like-Alka

Growing Old Last Stage Life - Alka

What and how we eat matters

Older Monthly Postings

An archive of monthly postings preserving the updates, events, and reflections of our batch.

2nd Monthly News Letter

What's New This month - 16 May 2026

BO65 Finances

View the batch's financial records, including income, expenses, balances, and other financial updates for transparency and accountability.

June Monthly Statement

For Website Contributions