90 new positions approved for PGI

In a major boost to its plans on bolstering healthcare services and institutional capacity, the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) here has received approval for 90 new positions — 80 of which are Senior Resident posts.

This key development came during the Institute Body (IB) and Governing Body (GB) meetings held in New Delhi on Friday. The meetings were presided over by Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda. All 29 items listed on the agenda were approved, underscoring a strong consensus on the PGIMER’s plans.

One of the key outcomes of the meetings was the directive from the Health Ministry for the PGIMER to formulate a “Vision 2047” blueprint. This long-term strategy is aimed at shaping the institute’s evolution into a global front runner in the realms of medical education, healthcare delivery and advanced research over the next two decades.

Among the ambitious proposals discussed was the Sarangpur project — an initiative poised to redefine regional healthcare infrastructure. The proposed development includes a 100-bed medical college, an Advanced Cancer Institute, OPDs and a dedicated Trauma Centre. The ministry has instructed the PGIMER to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR), signifying the seriousness of the proposal. Once operational, the Sarangpur facilities could substantially decentralise patient care and alleviate pressure on the Chandigarh campus.

To keep pace with increasing demands, the PGIMER has secured approval for an additional 90 posts —marking a critical move to maintaining service standards amid rising patient influx. These include not just Senior Resident posts but also faculty and demonstrator roles.

In a related but no less significant decision, 637 posts have been sanctioned for the upcoming Ferozepur Satellite Centre. The new roles span 111 faculty and 526 non-faculty positions. The facility is expected to ease the burden on the PGIMER’s main campus by providing localised access to specialist care, particularly in underserved areas. If implemented well, it could become a benchmark for satellite healthcare delivery in India.

The governing bodies also gave the nod to a long-awaited six-tier technical cadre reform, expected to benefit over 700 technical personnel. By streamlining the organisational structure, the change is likely to enhance operational efficiency and professional growth pathways for technical staff.

As the meeting wrapped up, the Union Health Minister underscored the PGIMER’s pivotal role in shaping the future of Indian healthcare, both in service delivery and academic excellence. The sweeping decisions taken during the session are poised to elevate the PGIMER’s capabilities and reinforce its status as a leading centre of medical innovation and care in South Asia.

Applause for role in Operation Sindoor

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda took a moment to acknowledge the PGIMER’s commendable efforts during ‘Operation Sindoor’. The institute’s rapid deployment of ambulances, medical teams and emergency supplies was cited as an exemplary display of institutional readiness and humanitarian commitment.