Admissions to 50 MBBS seats to begin from the current academic session
Officials directed to complete construction work on time and maintain high quality
Dhami government committed to expanding healthcare facilities in border areas
Pithoragarh, October 2026 : Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday conducted an on-site inspection of Babu Jagjivan Ram Medical College at Chandak in Pithoragarh and reviewed the progress of construction work.
During the visit, the Chief Minister interacted with students and sought their feedback, experiences and suggestions. He directed the concerned officials to ensure that all construction work is completed within the stipulated timeframe while maintaining high standards of quality.
Chief Minister Dhami said that the admission process for 50 MBBS seats at the medical college has begun from the current academic session. The college's functioning will strengthen healthcare facilities in Pithoragarh and the adjoining border areas, while providing better opportunities for local youth to pursue medical education.
He said the state government was continuously working to ensure access to modern and quality healthcare services in remote and border regions of Uttarakhand.
Union Minister of State Ajay Tamta and MLAs Bishan Singh Chufal and Fakir Ram Tamta were also present on the occasion.
