J&K seeks over 300 additional PG medical seats from NMC

J&K seeks over 300 additional PG medical seats from NMC

The Jammu and Kashmir government has submitted proposals to the National Medical Commission (NMC) seeking approval for the creation of more than 300 additional postgraduate medical seats, as part of efforts to strengthen specialist healthcare manpower across the Union Territory. The administration informed the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs that proposals for more than 300 additional postgraduate (PG) medical…

From appointments to actual patient care

The Jammu and Kashmir Government’s decision to strengthen the healthcare workforce and expand specialised medical facilities is a welcome move. Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo’s announcement that 900 doctors have already been appointed through the Public Service Commission, with recruitment of another 400 underway, signals a serious attempt to address the persistent shortage of medical professionals across the Union Territory. …

900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo

The Kashmir Pulse 900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday said 900 doctors have been appointed through the Public Service Commission, while the recruitment process for another 400 doctors is underway. Talking to reporters, Itoo said the government had also referred around 700 to 800 paramedical posts for recruitment as part of efforts t…