Telangana MBBS: English Skills to Prevent Dropouts

In Telangana, MBBS students will undergo mandatory spoken English and communication skills training. This proactive measure addresses concerns that language barriers contribute to academic stress, isolation, and dropout rates, particularly among students from rural and economically weaker backgrounds. The training will be structured, similar to programs already in place for nursing students.

The government is also investigating financial burdens faced by students in private medical colleges. Despite fee reimbursements for poor students, private institutions are reportedly charging substantial amounts for hostel, mess, and other facilities. A special committee will assess these hidden costs and explore potential government financial support for middle-class and poor families.

Furthermore, mental health support within medical colleges is being strengthened. Following incidents of student suicides nationwide, authorities are directed to improve counseling services, ensure access to mental health professionals, and implement systems to identify students exhibiting signs of distress.