Medicos appeal to JnK Health Minister over student living conditions at GMC Udhampur
MBBS students
Udhampur: A medical students' body has raised serious concerns over the poor living conditions of medical students at Government Medical College (GMC) Udhampur.
The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) J&K said that despite being a newly established medical college, there is still no functional hostel campus, and students are struggling without basic facilities.
AIMSA J&K President Dr Mohammad Momin Khan stated that these students are compelled to live in rented accommodations far from the campus, often in unsafe and unhygienic environments.
He said that essential facilities such as clean drinking water, proper sanitation, secure accommodation, study facilities, and reliable transportation are grossly inadequate, making daily life extremely difficult for future doctors.
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Due to poor hygiene and lack of proper washroom facilities, several students have reportedly fallen ill. AIMSA pointed out that cases of urinary tract infections (UTIs) among female students have become a common and serious concern. The association termed the situation a grave violation of students’ right to a safe and healthy living environment and reflects systemic neglect.
Calling the situation unacceptable, AIMSA said medical students are the backbone of the healthcare system, and forcing them to study and live under such conditions is not only unjust but also dangerous for their physical and mental well-being.
As a result, the association has appealed to Hon’ble Health Minister Sakina Itoo and the Health Department to take immediate and concrete steps to establish a proper hostel campus, ensure basic facilities, and safeguard the dignity, safety, and health of medical students at GMC Udhampur.
Medical Dialogues had earlier reported that the medical students of Government Medical College (GMC), Haridwar, observed an indefinite strike on February 10 demanding basic academic facilities, proper hygiene, safety of female students and adequate equipment.
Alleging that the college lacks proper teaching infrastructure and essential amenities, the students submitted a charter of 20 demands to the administration and said they would continue their protest until their concerns are addressed.
