Archive · 7 Jan 2026
NMC Revokes Jammu Medical College Recognition Amid Protests
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has taken away the permission for a medical college in Jammu called SMVDIME.
They did this because the college didn't meet the required standards, including having enough teachers and facilities.
All the students studying there will be moved to other colleges.
Some people have been protesting because most of the students in the college are Muslim from Kashmir.
They want the college to be closed and only admit Hindu students because it is funded by a Hindu shrine.
The NMC says they made this decision to ensure quality education.
The college officials say there were no problems with their infrastructure and that the inspection was conducted unfairly.
NMC revoked SMVDIME's recognition due to failure to meet essential standards.
All MBBS students will be transferred to other recognized medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir.
Protesters demand closure of SMVDIME, arguing it should cater primarily to Hindu students.
BJP welcomes NMC decision, terming it 'quality over quantity'.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had earlier urged the Centre to shut down the institution.
- Who
- National Medical Commission (NMC), Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti, and SMVDIME officials
- What
- Revocation of SMVDIME's recognition and protests over student admissions
- When
- January 6, 2026 (specific date for NMC decision)
- Where
- Jammu, India
- Why
- NMC cited serious lapses in minimum standards; protesters demand Hindu representation
Protesters
NMC and College Officials
Institution's Purpose
Protesters
The college should cater primarily to Hindu students as it is funded by a Hindu shrine.
NMC and College Officials
The college should admit students based on merit, regardless of their religious background.
Infrastructure Deficiencies
Protesters
The protesters argue that the college lacks the necessary infrastructure to run a medical course.
NMC and College Officials
College officials claim there were no deficiencies in infrastructure and that the inspection was conducted unfairly.
- Institution
- Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME)
- Protesters
- Youth wing of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti
- Location
- Jammu, India
- Issue
- Admission of Muslim students from Kashmir
- Demand
- Closure of SMVDIME and designation as minority institution
- NMC Decision
- Revoked recognition due to failure to meet standards
- Student Transfer
- All MBBS students to be transferred to other colleges
- Faculty Shortage
- 39% deficiency in teaching faculty, 65% shortage of tutors, demonstrators, and senior residents
- Patient Statistics
- Outpatient department recorded fewer than 50% of patients, bed occupancy at 45%
- Infrastructure Issues
- Lack of practical laboratories, research labs, adequate lecture theatres, and library resources
Sources
After row over admitting Muslim students, protesters seek closure of Vaishno Devi medical college
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