Implementation of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan In Medical Colleges and Institutions
The NMC has provided detailed guidelines for implementing the campaign, including the composition of the committees, their roles and responsibilities, and the activities to be undertaken. Medical colleges are also required to submit comprehensive reports to the relevant government departments.
Establishment of Tobacco Cessation Centers in All Medical Colleges
A mandatory webinar will be conducted on August 20, 2024 from 2pm to 3pm, to guide medical institutes on setting up and managing these centers. This initiative, aligned with the Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 2.0, aims to provide comprehensive support to individuals seeking to quit tobacco. The centers will offer essential services and counseling to help people overcome addiction.
NMC Renews MBBS Seats Amidst Penalty Disputes
The NMC had earlier mandated medical colleges to submit annual declarations on the NMC portal as required by the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. Based on the information provided, the commission assessed the institutions and levied penalties on those found to be deficient. To avoid disrupting the ongoing MBBS admissions process, the NMC has allowed renewal of seats for this academic year, i.e. 2024-2025.
NMC Issues Advisory for Safe Work Environment in Medical Colleges
The advisory emphasizes the importance of developing comprehensive safety policies encompassing the entire campus, including OPDs, wards, casualty areas, hostels, and residential quarters. Adequate lighting, CCTV surveillance, and robust security measures are deemed essential for ensuring the safety of all staff members.
Report of the National Task Force on Mental Health and Well-being of Medical Students
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has published the Report of the National Task Force on Mental Health and Well-being of Medical Students. The report emphasizes that Medical colleges, as centers of learning and healthcare, have a crucial role to play in addressing mental health. The formation of the National Task Force on Mental Health and Well-being of Medical Students was a step towards prioritizing the mental health of future doctors.
NMC Warns Against Attendance Fraud in Medical Colleges
The NMC has observed instances where faculty members have been marking attendance using fake fingerprints. The NMC emphasizes that any such practice is viewed as a serious offense. Any violation of this mandate will result in strict action against the concerned medical institution.
Medical Colleges Mandated To Display Faculty Information On Websites
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a directive requiring all medical colleges and institutions to update their faculty details on their respective websites. These details must be uploaded department-wise. The information should include faculty names, recent photographs, qualifications, designations, and registration numbers with the respective State Medical Council.
NMC Receives Certificate Of Appreciation For Its GST Compliance
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has been awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the GST authorities for its outstanding performance and adherence to GST regulations during the financial year 2023-24. The NMC has taken this opportunity to remind the medical colleges, institutions, and the medical fraternity to include the applicable GST rate (currently 18%) when making fee payments to the NMC.
NMC Warns Against Misleading Media Reports
The NMC has observed that some media outlets have falsely claimed that the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) has finalized approvals on 113 applications for establishing new medical colleges. The NMC has only listed applications with finalized MARB decisions. These decisions can be either approval or rejection.
NMC To Prioritize Appeals For Broad Specialty PG Medical Courses
Appeals for Broad Specialty PG courses will be heard first and appeals for Super Specialty PG courses will be taken up in August 2024. However, colleges intending to appeal against MARB’s decision on PG courses are urged to submit their appeals within the stipulated timeframe.
