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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Foreign medical graduates' internship in limbo over stipend row, limited seats
1 2 Jaipur: Nearly 100 foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in Rajasthan are facing an uncertain future as their mandatory internships at ESIC Medical College, Alwar, remain in limbo due to technical and administrative hurdles. Despite the Rajasthan Medical Council's (RMC) allocation of internship positions five months after the foreign medical graduate examination (FMGE) results, these aspiring doctors are still waiting to begin their clinical training. The deadline for joining the internship passed on June 15, leaving the graduates in a state of distress while their peers at other institutions have already commenced their hospital duties. The primary obstacle appears to be a complex web of limited number of seats, regulatory requirements and stipend-related issues. Dr Asim Das, Dean of ESIC Hospital, cited multiple challenges, including conflicting guidelines from various authorities. "There's a Supreme Court ruling mandating stipends for all FMGs, while National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines allow paid internships for only 7.5% of total seats," Das said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Run Your Business Like a Pro - Top Trending Accounting Software (Check Now) Accounting ERP Click Here Undo "This is a govt organisation where we are answerable for the audit. So how do we then differentiate the payment of the stipend? The Rajasthan govt is saying give a stipend to 7.5% of FMGs, but the question is which 7.5% out of the 100 FMGs," said Das. Adding to the complexity is the limited capacity at ESIC Medical College. With 100 internship seats available and an equal number of Indian medical graduates already competing for the same positions, the institution faces a significant logistical challenge. "We have only 100 internship seats. There is going to be a clash of 100 FMGs and 100 Indian medical graduates against these seats," Das said. "We're running from pillar to post, but neither ESIC is accepting our applications nor are the RMC and medical education department taking proper notice of our situation," said one affected foreign medical graduate, who requested anonymity. The delay in internship completion could have serious implications for these graduates, potentially affecting their eligibility for medical practice and further studies, including post-graduation programmes.
United News of India
07-06-2025
- United News of India
Rajasthan: Woman admitted in ICU of Alwar hospital raped by nursing staff
Alwar, June 6 (UNI) A 32-year-old woman, who was admitted in the ICU following a surgery in a hospital in Alwar, has alleged she was raped by a nursing staff member on the night of June 4, police said on Friday. The woman was admitted to Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College in Alwar's industrial area. Police sources said the accused administered an injection to sedate the woman and then committed the crime. The woman regained consciousness in the morning and informed her family members about the incident. The woman's husband alleged that the hospital administration is trying to cover up the case. However, when the victim informed the Additional District Magistrate (ADM) City about the incident, the ADM directed the police to take immediate action. The police have registered a case and taken the victim's statement under Section 164 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The victim's medical examination has also been conducted. The Dean of the Medical College, Dr Asim Das, stated that an investigation team has been formed to look into the incident and will submit its report by Saturday. He assured that strict action will be taken against the accused if found guilty. The hospital administration has also instructed to preserve all CCTV footage and will cooperate with the investigating agency. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and security of patients in hospitals. The police are investigating the matter and trying to identify the accused. UNI XC AKT RN
