The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has revised the TS EAMCET 2023 Engineering Exam Date. The exam, which was originally scheduled from May 7 to May 9, 2023, will now be conducted on May 12, 13, and 14, 2023. The revised exam dates were announced to avoid any inconvenience to candidates appearing for both the TS 

EAMCET and the NEET UG Exam, which is scheduled for May 7, 2023. The exam dates for the Agriculture and Pharmacy streams remain unchanged.

Candidates who have applied for the TS EAMCET 2023 Engineering stream are advised to take note of the revised exam dates. It is important to note that the exam dates for the Agriculture and Pharmacy streams remain the same as the original schedule, which is from May 10 to May 11, 2023.

As per reports, more than 1.2 lakh candidates have applied for the TS EAMCET 2023 Engineering stream, while 69,233 candidates have applied for the Agriculture and Pharmacy streams. The registrations for the exam are still ongoing, and interested candidates can apply until April 10, 2023, without any late fee as per schedule.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has released a notice stating the revised exam dates for the TS EAMCET 2023 Engineering stream. Candidates who have applied for the exam are advised to check the official notification for more details.

TS EAMCET 2023 Exam Date Notice

It is important for candidates to stay updated with any changes in the exam schedule to avoid any confusion or inconvenience during the exam. The TS EAMCET is an important exam for candidates seeking admission to various engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses in the state of Telangana. Therefore, candidates are advised to prepare well for the exam and stay updated with any further announcements or changes.

Anna University has released the TANCET 2023 Answer Key on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test can now download the answer key by logging in with their email ID and password. The exam was held on March 25, 2023, for admission into various MBA and MCA programs.

The TANCET question paper was divided into three sections for a total of 100 marks. There was a negative marking for each incorrect answer. Candidates can refer to the answer key to get an idea about the marks they can expect in the exam.

To download the TANCET 2023 Answer Key, candidates need to follow a few simple steps. 

1. Visit the official website of Anna University at tancet.annauniv.edu 
2. On the homepage, click on the TANCET 2023 Answer Key link 
3. A new login page will open, enter your details and click on submit 
4. A PDF of the answer key will appear on the screen 
5. Download and take a printout of the same for future reference After the publication of the answer key, candidates can expect the TANCET Result 2023 anytime soon.

The PDF of the answer key will appear on the screen, which they can download and take a printout for future reference.

After the publication of the answer key, candidates can expect the TANCET Result 2023 anytime soon. They are advised to keep checking the official website of Anna University at tancet.annauniv.edu for more details.

The release of the TANCET 2023 Answer Key is a significant development for all the candidates who appeared for the exam. They can now calculate their expected scores and get an idea about their chances of getting admission into their desired programmes. The answer key is also a useful tool for candidates who plan to appear for the exam in the future, as it provides them with an understanding of the exam pattern and the type of questions asked.

We wish all the candidates the very best for their results and future endeavours.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has given his nod for the establishment of three new medical colleges in the state, in a move aimed at strengthening the healthcare system and providing better medical facilities to the public. The new medical colleges will be set up in Pratapgarh, Jalore and Rajsamand, according to an official statement.

The Chief Minister stressed that the state government is committed to strengthening basic medical services and improving access to healthcare for all. “With this decision, the health infrastructure in the state will be strengthened, and students will not have to go far to study medicine,” Gehlot said.

Each of the three medical colleges will be constructed at a cost of Rs 250 crores, and an additional Rs 75 crore will be allocated for necessary equipment, furniture and books. The move is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the healthcare sector in the state and address the shortage of medical professionals in the region.

The announcement has been welcomed by healthcare professionals and experts, who have lauded the government’s efforts to improve access to quality healthcare services. The move is expected to benefit not only the local population, but also attract students from other parts of the country to pursue medical education in Rajasthan.

The Chief Minister has emphasized the need to prioritize healthcare and provide better medical facilities to the general public. The government has undertaken several initiatives in recent years to strengthen the healthcare sector in the state, including the launch of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which provides health insurance to millions of families in the state.

The establishment of new medical colleges is expected to further improve the state’s healthcare infrastructure and create new job opportunities for medical professionals. The move is also expected to have a positive impact on the overall development of the state, as a strong healthcare system is essential for the growth and well-being of any society.

In conclusion, the decision to establish three new medical colleges in Rajasthan is a significant step towards strengthening the healthcare system in the state and providing better medical facilities to the public. The move is expected to benefit both the local population and medical professionals, and is a testament to the government’s commitment to prioritizing healthcare and promoting the overall development of the state.

The Telangana Admission and Fee Regulatory Committee (TAFRC) has proposed a review of the fee structures for private unaided professional institutes in the state. The review will cover a block period from 2023-2024 to 2025-2026 and will include various courses such as undergraduate, postgraduate, and super-specialty medical courses, UG and PG dental courses, nursing, BAMS, BHMS, homeopathy, and several paramedical courses.

To facilitate the review, TAFRC has asked the management of concerned private un-aided professional colleges in Telangana to submit relevant data for the financial year 2022-2023, along with audited financial statements for the years 2022-23, 2021-22, and 2020-21. The deadline for submission of the relevant data, along with the fee proposals, is April 30th, 2023. The data should be submitted online at http://tafrconline.telangana.gov.in/, as per the guidelines provided on the website. Online submissions can be made from April 1st, 2023, onwards. The prescribed processing charges, as mentioned in the guidelines, must be paid through the online payment gateway.

TAFRC has warned that any institute that fails to submit the required information will not be permitted to collect any fee. Institutes that are unresponsive or do not provide statements of income and expenditure, audited balance sheets, requirements for developmental needs for the immediately preceding year, particulars of expenditure incurred on salaries and infrastructure, and other specified particulars (with supporting bills, vouchers, or receipts, etc.) will be held accountable for not complying with the TAFRC’s regulations.

The fee review is part of the TAFRC’s ongoing efforts to ensure that private unaided professional institutes in Telangana charge reasonable fees and provide quality education. The committee has been working towards promoting transparency and accountability in the fee structure of these institutes. The TAFRC’s guidelines and regulations are designed to protect the interests of students and their families, while also ensuring that the institutes maintain their financial viability and sustainability.

In conclusion, the TAFRC’s review of the fee structures for private unaided professional institutes in Telangana is a welcome move that will ensure that students receive quality education at affordable fees. The committee’s efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the fee structures of these institutes will go a long way in ensuring that students’ interests are protected, and that the institutes maintain their financial sustainability.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will soon commence the counselling process for NEET PG 2023 in Delhi. Interested candidates must register online via the MCC website www.mcc.nic.in. Any registration submitted through a different mode will not be accepted. The counselling process comprises various stages such as online registration, fee payment, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting of allotted seats.

MCC conducts counseling for the following –

1. 50% seats of All India Quota 
2. 100% seats of Deemed/Central Universities 
3. 100% all India open DNB seats 

The NEET-PG serves as the sole entrance examination for admission to various MD/MS and PG Diploma Courses, as per Section 61(2) of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, and 10(D) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. The counselling process for the 2023-24 academic year will encompass AIQ 50% quota seats for all States/Union territories, State quota seats for all States/Union territories, as well as private medical colleges, institutions & universities/deemed universities, Armed Forces Medical Services, and Post MBBS DNB Courses, Direct 6 years DNB Courses, and Post MBBS NBEMS Diploma Courses.

All India Quota Counselling 

The AIQ counselling typically comprises four rounds, namely Round 1, Round 2, AIQ Mop-up Rounds, and AIQ Stray Vacancy Round. Those candidates who have cleared the NEET PG examination conducted by the National Board of Examination (NBE) and secured a rank in the All India Quota will be eligible to participate in the counselling process.

Counselling for Deemed University – 

The counselling process usually consists of four rounds: Round 1 and Round 2 with AIQ, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. MCC conducts three of the four rounds online, namely Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-Up Round. The Stray Vacancy Round is conducted by the respective Deemed Universities. For the Stray Vacancy round, a list of students in order of merit, ten times the number of vacant seats, is sent to the Deemed Universities.

Counselling for Armed Forces Medical Services – 

To participate in AFMS counselling, candidates must register on the MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in) and select AFMS seats. The MCC’s role is limited to the registration of interested candidates, as the list of registered candidates is forwarded to AFMS Authorities for counselling in accordance with their rules and regulations.

Counselling for Central University/Institute – 

The MCC usually conducts four rounds of counselling, namely Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates who have qualified for All India Quota seats based on their rank in the NEET PG examination conducted by NBE are eligible to participate in the counselling process for the 50% AIQ seats of Central University.

Delhi University Seats – 

50% of seats in the All India Quota are contributed by Delhi University. As for the remaining 50% of seats, candidates who have completed their MBBS from DU are eligible for a 50% Internal Quota at Delhi University.

Aligarh Muslim University Seats – 

Half of the seats in the All India Quota are contributed by AMU. The other half of the seats are reserved for candidates who have completed their MBBS from AMU, which are known as internal seats, and amount to 50% of the total seats available in AMU.

Banaras Hindu University Seats- 

Half of the seats in the All India Quota are provided by BHU. The other 50% of seats are reserved for candidates who have completed their MBBS/BDS from BHU, and who are eligible for 50% of internal seats in BHU.

Counselling for Diplomate of National Board (DNB) – 

The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) is responsible for conducting counselling for DNB courses, which includes domicile-free and All India-in-character seats. However, MCC does not conduct counselling for In-service seats of DNB. The counselling process for DNB courses usually consists of four rounds, namely Round 1, Round 2 in AIQ, MopUp Round, and Stray Vacancy Round, all conducted by MCC. Candidates who have qualified for NEET PG conducted by NBE are eligible to participate in the counseling process.

Seat Allocation for NEET PG 2023 – 

The allotment of seats for NEET PG 2023 will depend on several factors, including NEET PG rank, selected colleges and courses, available seats, reservation policies, and other considerations. Once these factors are taken into account, the MCC website will announce the provisional results of Round 1 after the seat allotment process.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a correction related to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2023. The correction pertains to the eligibility of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) candidates who wish to apply for UG medical programs in India. As per the revised rules, OCI medical aspirants can now apply for admission to all UG medical programs in India, subject to the regulations set by the authorities. Previously, OCI cardholders were only permitted to apply for admission to NRI or supernumerary seats.

As per the official notice, an individual holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status can now apply for admission to undergraduate Unani/Siddha/Homeopathy programs in India. However, this is subject to the guidelines issued by the respective regulatory bodies or counselling and admission authorities, which must conform to the policy decisions of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW) and/or Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). This applies to the rules, regulations, and notifications related to Medical, Dental, Ayurveda, and other related fields.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a notice informing NEET (UG) 2023 candidates about a correction to Clause 5.2.2 of the information bulletin. This correction is in response to the judgment dated 03.02.2023 of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in W.P(C) 891/2021 and connected matters. The revised provision of Clause 5.2.2 in the Information Bulletin now pertains to the eligibility of OCI cardholders for NEET (UG). Aspiring OCI candidates for NEET (UG) 2023 are advised to read the amended provision of Clause 5.2.2 carefully.

The updated provision now states that individuals holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status can apply for admission to undergraduate medical, dental, Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy courses in India. However, this is subject to the guidelines set by the respective regulatory bodies, counselling and admission authorities, and in accordance with the policy decisions of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW) and/or Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). These rules, regulations, and notifications related to admission must be followed from time to time.

According to the current provision, as per the Notification dated 4 March 2021 by the Ministry of Home Affairs, OCI cardholders have rights that are similar to non-resident Indians under the Citizenship Act, 1955. As per Clause (4) (ii) of the notification, OCI cardholders are allowed to appear for all-India entrance tests, including the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, Joint Entrance Examination (Main), Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced), or other such tests, but only to be eligible for admission to Non-Resident Indian seats or supernumerary seats. However, OCI cardholders are not eligible for admission to any seat that is exclusively reserved for Indian citizens.

According to the Notification mentioned above, the Explanation states that OCI cardholders, as well as PIO cardholders, are considered foreign nationals, and they hold a passport from a foreign country, which makes them ineligible for Indian citizenship. As such, they are not entitled to seats that are reserved exclusively for Indian citizens. Therefore, OCI/PIO cardholders will be considered foreigners and can only apply for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) seats. They will not be eligible for Indian national seats, including paid seats at deemed universities.

What is OCI?

OCI, or Overseas Citizenship of India, is a status granted to foreign citizens of Indian origin that allows them to live and work in India without any time restrictions. The OCI card was introduced in 2005 by the Indian Government to cater to the needs of Indians residing abroad who desired dual citizenship. Since India does not permit dual citizenship, the OCI card was introduced as an alternative to providing certain benefits to foreign citizens of Indian origin. The Citizenship (Amendment) Act of 2005 presented this option. It is important to note that the difference between NRI and OCI is vast, as the Constitution of India does not allow Indian citizens to possess dual citizenship. 

Individuals who are foreign nationals but have the eligibility to become Indian citizens at any time after 1950, and belong to a territory that became part of India after 1947, can register as Overseas Citizens of India (OCI). This eligibility also extends to minors of such parents.

In recent times, there has been an increase in queries regarding OCI and its advantages. The OCI card provides a high degree of convenience to foreign individuals who wish to reside in India while maintaining citizenship in another country.

The telemedicine department of the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh has developed 20 modules of online lectures and learning materials for government medical college students nationwide, providing good news to them. The free lessons will be initially offered to colleges in northern India, with plans to expand to private medical colleges across the country over time.

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has designated PGIMER as RCC-North, one of the seven Regional Resource Centers in India. While the lectures offered by PGIMER’s telemedicine department will not be credit-based, students will receive certificates from PGIMER and other resource centres such as AIIMS Rishikesh, King Edward Memorial Mumbai, Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram, Jipmer Puducherry, SGPGI Lucknow, BHU Varanasi, and North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences Shillong. Additionally, AIIMS Delhi is the NRC.

In 2013, the National Medical College Network project was announced by the Union Health Ministry, resulting in the establishment of seven RRCs and one national resource centre. The Union Health Ministry has now requested the development of a Learning Management Information system (LMIS) for MBBS students.

Prof. Biman Saikia, who is in charge of the telemedicine department at PGIMER, stated to the Times of India that the institute has developed 20 modules for providing free tutorials to MBBS students who wish to enhance their knowledge on various topics. These modules have been created by experts from PGIMER and other institutes and will be available for students to access at no cost.

In the previous year, the LMIS module began to take form and the colleges and institutes collaborating with the Health Ministry started recording lectures given to them. The esteemed faculties of the institute have been recording the lectures. As per the report, 124 modules have already been recorded and uploaded to the website. Access to these modules is granted to students with validated registration identity cards.

Dr Amit Agarwal from the PGI Department of Telemedicine explained that they have developed 22 modules for the initiative with the assistance of faculty members from various departments. He also highlighted that while there are several videos and online teaching materials available for other professionals, this is the only standardized platform that can be accessed by doctors enrolled in remote medical colleges.

The enactment of the Right to Health Act in Rajasthan, India, is a significant step towards ensuring that all residents of the state have access to healthcare as a fundamental right. It is a commendable move that can go a long way in improving the health outcomes of the people in the state. However, the mere enactment of the law is not enough. The next step should be to define what the right to health means and what it entails.

Specifically, a formal definition of the right to health should be created to determine whether it guarantees medical care for a set of conditions at the individual level or the assurance of a set of enablers that together would yield outcomes such as the absence of disease and physical, mental, and social well-being. The definition of the right to health should be guided by the principles of universality, equity, and accountability. The government should ensure that all residents of the state, irrespective of their economic and social status, have access to essential health services.

Additionally, there should be a standardized, auditable, and reimbursable basket of emergency conditions that require a time-sensitive, life-saving response at the first healthcare facility possible. This will require engaging healthcare professionals and healthcare establishments in the state, irrespective of their public or private nature, to deliver life-saving, morbidity-limiting, first-point-of-care services. The government should ensure that there are adequate resources and infrastructure to meet the emergency health needs of the people in the state. Emergency services should be accessible and affordable to all residents of the state.

Furthermore, Rajasthan’s health infrastructure should be able to address all other elective and non-emergency needs of its resident population, based on guidance from the treatment protocol wing of the State Health Authority. National priority programs funded by the Central government, such as TB or blindness control programs, should be integrated into the revamped delivery network by the logistics wing, making it an integrated one rather than being fractured along funding lines. This will ensure that the healthcare delivery system in the state is efficient and effective.

To achieve these objectives, it will be essential to engage counterparts in the ministries of roadways, telecommunications, and law enforcement, among others, to ensure there are accountable expenditures. The government should ensure that there are adequate resources and infrastructure to meet the health needs of the people in the state. Healthcare professionals should be trained and equipped to provide quality health services to people. The government should also ensure that there are adequate incentives for healthcare professionals to work in the state.

Overall, the Rajasthan Model of Public Health should aim to provide quality assured mortality-preventing and morbidity-mitigating first-level services for a range of conditions while addressing all other elective and non-emergency healthcare needs of its resident population. The government should ensure that there are adequate resources and infrastructure to meet the health needs of the people in the state. Healthcare professionals should be trained and equipped to provide quality health services to people. The government should also ensure adequate incentives for healthcare professionals to work in the state.

In conclusion, the Right to Health Act in Rajasthan, India, is a step in the right direction towards ensuring that all residents of the state have access to healthcare as a fundamental right. However, there is a need to define what the right to health means and what it entails. The government should ensure that there are adequate resources and infrastructure to meet the health needs of the people in the state. Healthcare professionals should be trained and equipped to provide quality health services to people. The government should also ensure that there are adequate incentives for healthcare professionals to work in the state. With these measures in place, the healthcare delivery system in Rajasthan can be transformed to provide quality health services to all its residents.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) is set to announce guidelines for the setting up and operation of campuses of foreign higher educational institutions in India in May. The regulations have been drafted in line with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, which aims to internationalize the Indian higher education system and make India an attractive global study destination.

The UGC Chairman, M. Jagdish Kumar, revealed that the draft guidelines received responses from several foreign universities and embassies. The UGC is currently in the final stage of consolidating the suggestions and will consult the Reserve Bank of India and take legal opinion before announcing the guidelines. Most of the suggestions came from universities based in Europe and North America, and several embassies have also contacted the UGC with their queries and suggestions.

The UGC aims to facilitate the entry of higher-ranked foreign universities into India, providing an international dimension to higher education, enabling Indian students to obtain foreign qualifications at an affordable cost, and improving the overall standard of higher education in the country. The regulatory framework will allow foreign universities that have secured a position within the top 500 of overall/subject-wise global rankings to set up campuses in India, subject to the approval of the UGC.

The UGC Chairman emphasized that the setting up of foreign universities in India would be a “win-win situation” for the country. It will help students to develop collaborative research or academic activities with foreign students, and Indian academics in foreign universities can come to India to teach in their own universities. This will improve the overall standard of higher education in the country.

The NEP stated that top universities in the world would be facilitated to operate in India, and for this, a legislative framework facilitating such entry will be put in place. Such universities will be given special dispensation regarding regulatory, governance, and content norms on par with other autonomous institutions of India. The UGC draft guidelines adhere to these recommendations, and no foreign HEIs shall set up campuses in India without the approval of the UGC.

The UGC will contact the embassies and foreign universities with the amended draft after incorporating the suggestions, and bring awareness about the scope of setting up foreign universities in India. The UGC aims to make India an attractive global study destination by facilitating the entry of higher-ranked foreign universities into the country. This will provide an international dimension to higher education, enable Indian students to obtain foreign qualifications and improve the overall standard of higher education in the country.

The ongoing protest of Rajasthan doctors against the Right to Health Bill has drawn the attention of the State Medical Council and the State Human Rights Commission. The Rajasthan Medical Council has now requested the various universities and medical colleges to provide information about the striking doctors. Dr. Manish Sharma, the registrar of the Rajasthan Medical Council, has written to the Principal and administrators of hospitals such as Sawai Man Singh Medical College in Jaipur, RUHS College of Medical Science, JLN Medical College in Ajmer, Sardar Patel Medical College in Bikaner, RNT Medical College in Udaipur, Dr. Sampurnanand Medical College in Jodhpur, GMC Kota, Jhalawar Medical College, and all government medical colleges under Raj MES, asking for details about the doctors participating in the strike.

The Registrar of the Rajasthan Medical Council wrote to various universities and medical colleges requesting details of striking doctors, mentioning the circumstances in state hospitals due to the ongoing strike. The letter noted that the State Human Rights Commission had taken suo motu cognizance of the situation and directed the council to take action against the striking doctors under relevant acts and rules. The council has also been asked to submit a factual report to the Commission for assessment by April 10, 2023.

The Rajasthan Medical Council has instructed the heads of medical colleges and hospitals in the state to furnish details of striking doctors, such as their names, dates of birth, and council registration numbers within three days via email to the council’s address, [email protected]. The letter also instructed the medical colleges to ensure that the information is provided, so that legal action can be taken against the striking doctors.

The Council’s move comes in response to notices issued by the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission to the Principal Secretary of Medical and Health and Registrar of Rajasthan Medical Council on Wednesday, asking for an explanation on what action has been taken against the striking doctors in the state. The Commission emphasized that the act of doctors is a violation of their oath and an infringement of their moral duty and that it cannot remain a “dumb spectator” of this abuse of human rights.

The notice also emphasized that it is the responsibility of the state government to enact laws to enhance healthcare services for the betterment of its citizens. The ‘Right to Health’ bill was passed with this goal in mind, and it is now a law. The notice further stated that if there are any provisions in the Act that contradict the Constitution, they can be challenged in court. However, instead of challenging the law, private doctors have been on strike for the past 12 days. This strike has been supported by government hospital doctors, disrupting healthcare services across the state. The commission’s chairman, Justice GK Vyas, has appealed to the striking doctors to end their strike immediately and resume their work for the well-being of patients and humanity.

Earlier, it was reported that a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed before the Rajasthan High Court seeking direction from the state to take action against the striking doctors and declare the Rajasthan Essential Services Maintenance Act (RESMA) for maintaining health services. The PIL also requested the cancellation of the licenses or registrations of doctors and the revocation of the recognition of private diagnostic centres that participated in the strike.

According to the latest report by the Times of India, the HC division bench of acting Chief Justice MM Shrivastav and Justice Anil Upman, while considering the PIL on Friday, issued notice to the State Government, the agitating private doctors’ association, and Rajasthan Medical Council, among others. The bench also asked the State to provide the minutes of talks held with the doctors for breaking the deadlock in the next hearing scheduled for April 11, 2023.

However, the bench observed that the PIL was not well-researched and was filed for publicity purposes. The bench pointed out that the petition did not even contain newspaper clippings to support the raised points. The bench also noted that lawyers have lost moral authority for appearing in cases concerning strikes as they themselves were on strike for over a month recently.

Meanwhile, the counsel for the government, Advocate General Mahendra Singhvi, requested the HC bench to declare the ongoing strike by doctors illegal. He submitted that the Right to Health Bill was passed after holding detailed discussions with the doctors and scrutinized by the standing committee of the Assembly.

Private hospitals doctors in Rajasthan have been staging protests against the proposed “Right to Health” bill, which was introduced by the State Government to ensure access to treatment for all residents. However, the medical community in the State has been vehemently opposing the bill, which they deemed draconian and illogical. The doctors under Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes Society (PHNHS) and Jaipur Medical Association have identified several clauses in the bill that they claim lack clarity and seek to restrict doctors’ powers.

One of the major issues that the doctors have raised pertains to the clauses that mandate the treatment of patients for any medical emergency, free of charge, at both government and private hospitals. They have pointed out that the State has not provided a definition of what constitutes an emergency or how private hospitals and doctors will be reimbursed for these medical expenses.

In addition, the Jaipur branch of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has also expressed opposition to the establishment of a separate grievance redressal committee for addressing patient complaints. Despite the bill’s passage in the State Assembly last week, doctors are continuing their protests and demanding its withdrawal. Private doctors have shut down medical services throughout the State, while government doctors and faculty members in medical colleges joined a one-day strike on Wednesday to express solidarity with the protesting private doctors.