Healthcare Infrastructure – FAIMA Raises Concerns Over Faridabad Medical College Facilities
Healthcare Infrastructure – Serious concerns over infrastructure, faculty shortages, and clinical training facilities at a government medical college in Faridabad have prompted the Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA) to approach the National Medical Commission (NMC) for immediate intervention.
The issue came into focus after students from Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College in Chhainsa alleged that the institution has been struggling with major operational and academic shortcomings since its establishment in 2020.
Students Highlight Problems in Basic Facilities
According to students, the campus continues to face frequent electricity disruptions and inadequate water supply. Complaints regarding defective electrical systems, unreliable backup generators, and the absence of safe drinking water facilities inside the college premises have reportedly remained unresolved for years.
Several students claimed that repeated representations were made to college administrators and senior officials, but meaningful improvements have not been seen so far. One final-year student stated that power outages often occur during late-night study hours, including before examinations, creating additional pressure on students preparing for professional assessments.
Clinical Training Under Scanner
Apart from infrastructure concerns, students have also raised questions about the quality of medical training being provided at the institution. While the outpatient department has become operational, students allege that the number of patients visiting the hospital remains very low.
They further claimed that inpatient department services are yet to function properly, limiting opportunities for clinical exposure. Some students said they have not been able to witness important medical procedures and surgeries during their years of study, raising concerns about their preparedness for professional practice.
According to the complaints, departments such as general medicine, radiology, obstetrics and gynaecology, and psychiatry are reportedly functioning without adequate faculty members. Other departments are also said to be operating with minimal teaching staff.
Concerns Over Patient Care Services
Students also alleged that hospital services for patients remain insufficient. They claimed that essential medicines are often unavailable through the hospital pharmacy, forcing patients to purchase medicines from outside facilities.
The lack of regular patient inflow and incomplete hospital services has become a major concern for students who depend on real-time clinical interaction as part of their medical education. Some students expressed worry that inadequate exposure to practical cases could affect both their careers and future patient care standards.
FAIMA Seeks Immediate Action From Authorities
Following these complaints, FAIMA formally wrote to the National Medical Commission seeking urgent intervention. The association has also forwarded a copy of its communication to the Haryana health minister.
Dr Jaideep Kumar Choudhary, National Chairman of FAIMA, described the condition of the institution as deeply concerning and said medical education standards cannot be compromised. He warned that if visible progress is not made within a week, the matter could be escalated to the Haryana chief minister.
He also indicated that representatives from the association may soon meet senior state authorities to discuss the issue directly.
Similar Complaints Emerging From Other Colleges
FAIMA officials stated that the Faridabad case is not the only example of difficulties faced by newly established government medical colleges in the country. The association said it has received similar complaints from institutions in other states, including Jharkhand.
According to FAIMA, several new colleges are reportedly facing shortages of teaching staff and struggling to provide proper clinical facilities for students. The organisation said it has already informed the Union health ministry about the growing concerns related to infrastructure and academic quality in newly opened medical institutions across India.