The much-anticipated Orientation Program for the inaugural MBBS batch of PA Sangma International Medical College (PIMC) commenced on Monday at the Central Auditorium of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM).
The PA Sangma International Medical College of University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) has formally received approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC) to begin MBBS courses, becoming the first private medical collage of Meghalaya.
Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh on Thursday informed that the state is getting 40 additional seats for medical studies with the Centre’s decision to grant approval to the PA Sangma International Medical College of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) as the first private medical college in Meghalaya.
Speaking to reporters, Ampareen highlighted the shortage of specialist doctors in the state and stressed the importance of fulfilling the bond agreements tied to government-sponsored education
The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Tuesday urged the state government to ensure transparency in the allotment of MBBS seats in various medical institutions under the State quota.
The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) on Wednesday demanded the North-Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS) to increase the MBBS seats and reserve nursing seats for students from Meghalaya starting from the current sessions.
Manipur Health Minister Sapam Ranjan on Wednesday announced that Manipur University is waiting for the National Medical Commission (NMC)'s advice and suggestions for conducting examinations for all medical students by keeping in view of the situation in the state.
