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Hyderabad, June 17, 2025
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued show-cause notices to 26 government medical colleges (GMCs) in Telangana, citing significant deficiencies in academic and administrative infrastructure, clinical material, and teaching personnel. The notices come as part of the NMC’s annual assessment process aimed at ensuring the quality of medical education across the country.
Out of the 34 government medical colleges in Telangana, only eight—Gandhi Medical College, Osmania Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Adilabad, Government Medical College Nizamabad, Government Medical College Maheshwaram, Government Medical College Yadadri, and Government Medical College Vikarabad—have not received the notice. The remaining 26 have been asked to explain the identified shortcomings.
According to the Telangana Director of Medical Education (DME), A. Narendra Kumar, the issuance of show-cause notices is a routine procedure to review and strengthen medical education standards. “The NMC reassesses all medical colleges every year. This year, government colleges in almost all states, including Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, have received notices. The intent is not to reduce MBBS seats or de-recognize institutions, but to identify areas for improvement and ensure better quality of medical education,” Kumar told The Hindu.
As part of the compliance process, the Health Secretary of Telangana, Christina Z. Chongthu, and the DME will personally appear before the NMC. Meanwhile, principals of the affected colleges have been instructed to participate in the proceedings via video conference.
A senior government doctor, speaking anonymously, highlighted the rapid expansion of medical colleges in the state as a contributing factor to the current situation. “Between 2016 and 2024, the state announced 29 new government medical colleges—an unprecedented pace. This has naturally led to gaps in faculty strength, clinical material, and infrastructure. These are not problems that can be resolved overnight,” the doctor said. The source also questioned the NMC’s initial approval process, suggesting that more stringent oversight could have prevented such issues from arising.
The NMC’s recent actions are seen as part of a broader effort to address persistent challenges in medical education, including faculty shortages and insufficient clinical resources, which have been reported across multiple states.
Disclaimer:
This news article is based on publicly available information and official statements. The views expressed by sources are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of the National Medical Commission or the Government of Telangana. The article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal or official advice. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to official communications from the NMC and relevant government authorities.
