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NMC Pulls Approval for Vaishno Devi MBBS Course, Displacing First 50 Students

J&K officials promise placements for the cohort in other colleges, with critics seeking a probe into the regulator.

Overview

  • The regulator revoked the Letter of Permission after a surprise inspection, citing shortfalls in bed occupancy, faculty strength, equipment and learning resources.
  • The institute had enrolled 50 students following a September approval and a November start, and staff instructed them to vacate when classes were halted.
  • Coverage reports that 42–44 of the admits were Muslim, prompting protests by Jammu-based groups, and commentators allege political pressure shaped the outcome.
  • Chief Minister Omar Abdullah says relocating the students within the union territory, including through supernumerary seats, is feasible and he has demanded accountability.
  • Students fear academic setbacks from delayed transfers, while editorials question NEET’s assurances to candidates and the regulator’s neutrality.