Union Ministry of Health Expands MBBS Seats in Maharashtra's Government Medical Colleges
Significant Increase in MBBS Seats
The Union Ministry of Health has given its approval for 800 additional MBBS seats in Maharashtra, enhancing the total count in government medical colleges. These new colleges span locations such as Ambernath, Gadchiroli, and others, contributing to a total of 41 government or government-aided institutions.
Details of the New Medical Colleges
- Maharashtra will see eight new medical colleges initiated, each offering 100 MBBS seats.
- This initiative aims to cater to the rising demand for qualified medical professionals in the state.
- In 2019, the state had previously added 950 MBBS seats following the introduction of the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) quota.
Challenges Ahead
Despite this substantial increase, many of the newly established colleges struggle to meet the Minimum Standard Requirements (MSR) outlined by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in 2020. Issues notably include:
- Insufficient faculty members
- Lack of necessary infrastructure
As the admission process progresses, these factors could impact the quality of education provided.
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