Hapur, Uttar Pradesh - May 29, 2024 

In a significant development addressing the ongoing strike by medical students at Saraswathi Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS), Hapur, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has intervened to address allegations of irregularities in stipend distribution and mental harassment by the college authorities.

The NMC's prompt response follows a formal representation by the United Doctors’ Front Association (UDFA), highlighting the grievances of the students. The NMC, through a letter issued today by Post-Graduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) Deputy Secretary Aujender Singh, has directed SIMS to provide comprehensive details regarding the stipends paid to interns and postgraduate medical students for the years 2023 and 2024. This includes documentary evidence and a month-by-month breakdown.

Furthermore, the NMC has requested the monthly rosters of all postgraduate students for the past three months. The college administration has also been asked to detail the actions taken in response to the issues raised by the striking students, along with their original representation. The NMC has set a stringent deadline, requiring the college to submit this information within two days of receiving the letter.

Dr. Lakshya Mittal, National President of UDFA, expressed appreciation for the NMC's swift action. On the social media platform X, he posted, "Team @udfaindia appreciates the swift response from @NMC_INDIA to our representation regarding the serious issues faced by students at #SIMS, #Hapur #UP. The NMC has instructed the college to provide details on: 1. Actions taken 2. Stipends 3. PG Rosters. We look forward to immediate resolution."

This intervention by the NMC is seen as a crucial step towards resolving the disputes at SIMS, ensuring that the students' concerns are addressed promptly and transparently. The medical community and students alike are hopeful that this will lead to a fair and just resolution, allowing the focus to return to education and professional development.

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