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Himachal Doctors Policy Boosted for PG Grads
18 Oct
Summary
- Himachal Pradesh amended its Resident Doctors Policy-2025.
- PG doctors from PGI Chandigarh, AIIMS New Delhi eligible for appointment.
- Appointments are merit-based, bypassing tests and interviews.
The Himachal Pradesh government has revised its Resident Doctors Policy-2025, introducing a significant amendment to streamline the appointment process for postgraduate doctors. This updated policy now facilitates the direct appointment of eligible PG doctors who have completed their degrees from premier institutions like PGI, Chandigarh, and AIIMS, New Delhi.
These qualified doctors will be appointed against vacant positions for senior residents or tutor specialists across the state's six medical colleges. The appointments will be made based on the merit achieved in their MBBS and postgraduate examinations, eliminating the need for written tests or interviews. This change is implemented under the 33.33% direct recruitment quota.
The government expects this amendment to bolster the presence of specialist medical personnel, thereby improving healthcare delivery and medical education within Himachal Pradesh. The policy revision, incorporated as Clause 7.3.8, underscores the administration's commitment to enhancing health institutions and specialized healthcare availability.
