The State government has appointed V. Lokanayaki, Additional Director of Medical Education and Research, to hold full additional charge of the post of Director of Medical Education and Research, with effect from August 1, until further orders, an order issued on Friday said. The appointment follows the retirement of Director of Medical Education and Research R. Suganthy Rajakumari on July 31. Published - August 01, 2026 12:04 am IST