MP Medical Science University to Close? Junior Doctors Express Concern to Medical Education Minister

Junior Doctors Oppose Proposal: 

While clarity on these speculations is still awaited, JDA, Madhya Pradesh, has opposed the proposal itself and written to the Medical Education Minister in this regard. 

In its letter addressed to the Minister, the association pointed out how, since coming under MPMSU, examinations in all medical colleges are being conducted on time and results are also being declared within the stipulated time frame. They opined that this not only created discipline among students, but also curbed corruption and irregularities, which were previously common within regional universities.

Another issue that the association highlighted is that the medical colleges must implement the standards set by the Apex Medical Regulator, the National Medical Commission. The association pointed out that this responsibility lies with the university.

If MPMSU is abolished and medical colleges are linked to regional universities, it will not only lead to academic disparity but will also lead to huge disruption in internship, senior residency (SRship) and other trainings, opined the junior doctors.

They pointed out that the regional universities will not have the depth and understanding of the requirements of medical education, which will directly affect the quality of medical education. Therefore, ultimately, this decision will affect the future of not only MBBS students but also BPT, BSc Nursing, BMLT and other para-clinical students.

The association argued that if there are any administrative or human resource-related problems in the functioning of the university, the same can be removed by making special endeavours rather than closing down the university completely. For this, the doctors urged the Minister to make special efforts in this regard.

It highlighted that MPMSU has not only created effective arrangements for the University over the years, but it has also made new improvements in the interest of the students. Therefore, the closure of the university will be a huge and irreparable loss to the students, aspirants, and the medical system, opined the junior doctors.

Speaking to Medical Dialogues in this regard, Dr Kuldeep Gupta, President of the Junior Doctors Association, Madhya Pradesh, said, "MPMSU is the only medical university in Madhya Pradesh. The university conducts timely exams with uniformity and integrity, and fairly throughout the State in affiliated Medical colleges and ensures that the session starts timely and that the exam results are announced for academic training such as internship and Senior Residency."

"Paper leaks and unfair practices are very common instances in regional universities. Therefore, MPMSU needs reforms and adequate staff for smooth functioning, instead of being closed," he added.

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