Specialist Doctors to be appointed in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: MoS Health
Specialist Doctors
New Delhi: Smt. Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, clarified the Government’s position on the long-standing issue of specialist doctor vacancies in the Andaman & Nicobar (A&N) Islands. During a response to a Lok Sabha Question on 5 December 2025, she highlighted the steps taken by the Ministry to strengthen healthcare services in the Union Territory.
One of the core mechanisms for filling vacant specialist positions involves recruitment through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The Ministry sends requisitions to UPSC based on the number of available posts, after which UPSC conducts interviews and recommends qualified candidates for appointment.
To address immediate needs, the Ministry has granted administrative approval to the A&N Islands Administration to engage specialist doctors on a contractual basis for one year or until regular appointments are made.
Smt. Patel also confirmed that specialist doctors have been posted to the islands on a rotational basis.
Also Read:227 specialist doctors join 142 Govt Hospitals in Andhra Pradesh
He also asked, if so, the steps taken by the Government to fulfil these demands, considering the urgent healthcare requirements of the islanders; and
Furthermore, he seeks to know the timeframe by which specialist doctors are expected to be deputed or posted to the UT Administration.
Also Read:Punjab to hire retired doctors amid specialist shortage
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.