In recognition for his work in medical science, renowned neurologist Dr BK Singhal will be awarded the Dhanvantri Award by the city-based Dhanvantri Medical Foundation on October 25.

The internationally recognised neurologist, Singhal is considered as the pioneer of modern neurology in India and has immensely contributed to the development of neurology and will received the award.

Singhal has more than 150 outstanding research publications to his credit and has been the recipient of several awards including Dr BC Roy National Award, the foundation release said here today.