Late Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar (1909 – 1975) is a renowned freedom fighter in Punjab. He is former Health Minister in Punjab & Tamra Patra Awardee. He belonged to a family which is known for its total participation in the freedom struggle right from 1919.
Late Mrs. Shanti Devi Thapar is wife of Late Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar and a companion throughout the journey of Dr. Thapar. She is also a renowned freedom fighter and social worker in Punjab.
Late Dr.Shyam Lal Thapar after completing his medical education from Amritsar Medical College stated his Medical Practice in moga in 1931. He became a leading Physician of the area. Dr. Thapar started the first T.B sanatorium in Moga to fight the deadly disease for which there was no cure in those days. After Independence, Dr. Thapar was associated with the number of educational institutions in Moga and always advocated for quality education. His attachment with medical profession and education inspired us to start Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar Nursing and Paramedical Institute in Moga,Punjab.
Dr. Malti Thapar is the Chairperson of Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar Foundation and Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar College of Nursing (DRSLTCN), Moga, Punjab since 1993. She is Ex-Health Minister of Punjab and health has served as a Gynecologist in Moga, punjab since 1971. She is a renowned social worker, committed Congress worker, famous educationist and entrepreneur.
She is totally committed for upliftment of the weaker sections of the society. She has dedicated herself for value-based politics. She has been awarded with many prestigious awards for her contribution to the society.
She completed her MBBS from Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana, in 1970. She had served as President of the Indian Medical Association Punjab State Branch for 3 years, and as Vice President of Central Indian Medical Association, New Delhi
To be a leading center of nursing education, where innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence converge to serve communities with empathy and dedication. We envision a future where every graduate transforms global healthcare—delivering safe, equitable, and person-centered care, driven by lifelong learning, ethics, and a spirit of service.
To prepare transformative nursing professionals through evidence‑based education, cutting‑edge research, and community partnership—empowering them to lead in a diverse, technology‑driven health ecosystem for the betterment of individuals, families, and global communities.
Late Dr.Shyam Lal Thapar, a highly respected Nationalist leader who played a great role in the freedom struggle was endowed with the spirit of service to the suffering humanity through his medical profession. With the same mission and vision, We are trying to establish the state of paramedical Education Institute and health delivery system.
Compassion & Integrity – Cultivating ethical, empathetic care for every patient.
Innovation & Excellence – Championing pioneering approaches in nursing and health science.
Equity & Inclusion – Building an inclusive environment serving all communities.
Collaboration & Leadership – Encouraging teamwork and leadership across health disciplines.
Lifelong Learning & Scholarship – Fostering critical inquiry and continuous professional growth.
Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar College of Nursing (DRSLTCN) is a Nursing college located in Moga, Punjab, India, which was established in 1993 (started as School of Nursing and later promoted as College of Nursing) and run by Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar Foundation. It is affiliated to Baba Farid University of Health Sciences and recognized by Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC) and Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi.
Other Institutions run by Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar Foundation are Thapar Hospital and Research Institute, Global Nanny Institute, and SD Thapar Hospital.
Dr. Shyam Lal Thapar College of Nursing (DRSLTCN) offers various courses like Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) and Master of Science (M.Sc Nursing), ANM, GNM, Post Basic B.Sc (n) course and Certificate diploma Courses. The institution has world class infrastructure and education system, which includes :
Air-conditioned classrooms
Well-equipped modern Laboratories
Library / e-Library for students
Scholarship Programs
Training & Placement Cell
Highly qualified and experienced Faculty
Hostel Facility for boys and girls (inside campus)
Beautiful play ground for outdoor games
500 seated state of art Auditorium
All the modern Facilities.
The college offers comfortable accommodation / hostel facilities within the college for students ( both boys and girls) with all the facilities like round the clock security, entertainment, boarding, and mess.The nearest railway station (Moga) is at a distance of 4 kilometers only. The college offers comfortable accommodation / hostel facilities within the college for students ( both boys and girls) with all the facilities like round the clock security, entertainment, boarding, and mess.The nearest railway station (Moga) is at a distance of 4 kilometers only