Meeting with Chief Minister: Addressing Faculty Issues at IGMC and Medical Colleges
Today, the Executive Members of SAMDCOT, IGMC Shimla, met with the Hon’ble Chief Minister to discuss pressing issues affecting faculty members at IGMC and other medical colleges in the state
Here’s a summary of the key outcomes:
Non-Practice Allowance (NPA) Adjustment: The Hon’ble Chief Minister acknowledged the disparity in NPA for Assistant Professors appointed through the Public Service Commission and committed to resolving this issue, ensuring parity for those who previously received NPA as Medical Officers.
Study Leave Pay Adjustment: A significant commitment was made to waive the current condition of offering only 40% of pay during study leave for doctors pursuing advanced degrees like MD, MS, DM, or MCh. This change is expected to alleviate financial concerns for faculty members, enabling them to focus on their studies and enhance their expertise.
Standardized Vacation Entitlement: The promise to standardize faculty vacation entitlements to 45 days per year brings consistency with practices in other medical institutions across the country, aiming to improve work-life balance for faculty members.
The positive assurances from the Chief Minister suggest a promising path toward better support and improved conditions for the faculty, ultimately benefiting the state’s healthcare system.
