Tripura's medical college gets approval to increase MBBS seats, benefitting medical aspirants

Tripura's medical college gets approval to increase MBBS seats, benefitting medical aspirants

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha announced a significant increase in MBBS seats at Agartala Government Medical College, with the National Medical Commission approving an expansion from 100 to 150 seats. This move aims to provide more opportunities for aspiring medical students and strengthen healthcare services in the state.

India TodayNE
  • Jun 29, 2024,
  • Updated Jun 29, 2024, 9:39 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, on June 29 announced that the National Medical Commission (NMC) granted approval for Agartala Government Medical College to raise its MBBS intake capacity from 100 to 150 seats, stating that the development will benefit aspiring medical students from the state.

Furthermore, the Tripura chief minister termed the the increase in seats a significant accomplishment for the state. 

Taking to the microblogging site X, he wrote, “The National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted approval for Agartala Government Medical College to increase its MBBS intake capacity from 100 to 150 seats. This is a significant accomplishment, as it will provide more opportunities for aspiring medical students from our state to pursue their dream of becoming a doctor.”

Additionally, CM Saha exalted that the expansion will contribute to strengthening healthcare services in the region in the coming years.

“This expansion of seats is expected to enhance access to healthcare services in the future. Our Government is committed to leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to improve the healthcare sector in the state,” the Tripura chief minister added.

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