New Delhi: National Medical Commission (NMC) Chairman Dr Abhijat Sheth on Saturday reiterated the government’s commitment to achieving the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended doctor-patient ratio of 1:1000 across the country. He was addressing the 11th convocation of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences (ABVIMS) and Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital.
Focus on Expanding Medical Workforce
Dr Sheth congratulated the graduating batch, their parents, and faculty members, stressing that the government is working towards uniformly increasing the number of doctors in India. He noted that these efforts are essential to bridge gaps in healthcare accessibility and bring India closer to global standards.
Balancing UG-PG Ratio and Quality Education
Highlighting reforms in medical education, the NMC chief said steps are being taken to ensure a balanced undergraduate-to-postgraduate ratio of 1:1. This, he explained, would help improve the quality of healthcare delivery and align India’s medical system with those of developed nations.
Innovations in Medical Training
Dr Sheth also spoke about new initiatives by the NMC and the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences. These include integrating skill-based and virtual learning methods with conventional training to meet the requirements of competency-based medical education. He urged students to prioritise their health, stay resilient, and adopt lifelong learning.
DGHS Urges Graduates to Serve with Compassion
Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Sunita Sharma, in her address, reminded students that their degrees carry a profound responsibility to heal, lead, and serve the nation. Emphasising empathy, evidence, and excellence, she called medicine a noble calling rooted in compassion and commitment to human life, and urged the graduates to remain humble and grounded in their careers.
