India to add 75,000 UG, PG medical seats by 2029

India to Add 75,000 UG, PG Medical Seats by 2029

Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced that India is on track to increase the number of undergraduate and postgraduate medical seats by 75,000 by 2029, as directed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This expansion is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country’s medical education system.

Increased Medical Education Infrastructure

According to Union Health Minister JP Nadda, India now has 23 All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), an increase from one previously. The number of medical colleges has risen to 863, up from 387.

Financial Commitment

The government has allocated ₹15,000 crore for the establishment of 10,000 postgraduate medical seats. Specifically, ₹15,000 crore has been allocated for these PG seats. This financial commitment extends beyond simply announcing the expansion, with resources dedicated to increasing medical education opportunities.

Expansion of Primary Healthcare

Alongside medical education expansion, 1.86 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) have been established across India. The minister highlighted the importance of health information systems to improve the efficiency and accessibility of healthcare services.

Progress to Date

According to the Minister, 45,000 additional medical seats have already been added over the past two years, and the remaining target for 2029 is expected to be achieved.

Source: India Today. Featured image credit: India Today.