TThrissur: We are going through an era where the work of voluntary organizations in the field of palliative care is becoming essential, said Thrissur Government Medical College Principal Dr. N. Ashokan. He was speaking at the inauguration of the two-day training program for Palliative Care Nurses implemented by the National Seva Bharathi at the state level in Thrissur. National Seva Bharathi Kerala State General Secretary Dr. Sriram Shankar, Secretary M. Rajeevan, State Committee Member Smt. Seetha Shankar, Palliative Trainer Mr. Jose Pulimoottil, and Mr. Prince V. V are conducting classes on various topics.