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Assam CM Praises NMC's 13,186 New MBBS Seats, Calls It a Major Boost
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 04:35 PM
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Assam's Chief Minister applauded the National Medical Commission's decision to add 13,186 MBBS seats, stating the expansion will significantly strengthen medical education in the state.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced an addition of 13,186 MBBS seats across India, a move that has drawn praise from Assam's Chief Minister. The CM highlighted that the increase will provide more opportunities for aspiring doctors and help meet the growing demand for medical professionals in the state. He described the expansion as a major boost to medical education infrastructure. The new seats are expected to be distributed among existing and new medical colleges, with implementation slated to begin in the upcoming academic year. This development is part of a broader national effort to improve healthcare access and reduce doctor shortages.