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Haryana Aims to Increase MBBS Seats to 3,400 by 2029 to Enhance Healthcare Services

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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced plans to increase the number of MBBS seats in the state to about 3,400 by 2029, aiming to provide better healthcare services to citizens. This decision is part of the state government's efforts to improve medical infrastructure and provide quality healthcare services. The government has already increased the number of MBBS seats from 700 in 2014 to 2,185 currently and has established 15 medical colleges, with 9 new colleges under construction.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Haryana government aims to increase MBBS seats from 2,185 to over 3,400 by 2029 to provide better healthcare services.
  • The state government has established 15 medical colleges, with 9 new colleges under construction, increasing the number of MBBS seats.
  • MBBS seats have risen from 700 in 2014 to 2,185 currently, a significant increase in just six years.
  • The state government has recruited 3,798 doctors since 2014 to address the shortage of doctors.
  • The retirement age for doctors has been raised from 58 to 65 years.
  • The government is providing free dialysis facilities for kidney patients in government hospitals, medical colleges, and medical universities.
  • Over 1.33 crore individuals have benefited from free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat and Chirayu schemes in Haryana.
  • The state government has taken strict provisions to punish those who attack doctors and medical staff, including imprisonment from 3 months to 5 years and fines ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh.

Statistics:

  • MBBS seats increased from 700 in 2014 to 2,185 currently, a 211.5% increase in just 6 years.
  • 15 medical colleges have been established in Haryana, with 9 new colleges under construction.
  • 3,798 doctors have been recruited by the state government since 2014 to address the shortage of doctors.
  • 1.33 crore individuals have benefited from free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat and Chirayu schemes in Haryana.
  • The retirement age for doctors has been raised from 58 to 65 years.
  • Imprisonment of 3 months to 5 years and fines ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh are the penalties for attacking doctors and medical staff.

Sources:

  • Pioneer

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