GMCH Chandigarh

11 Jul

GMCH Chandigarh Gets NMC Approval to Increase MBBS Seats from 150 to 200

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingGMCH Chandigarh

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): In a major boost to medical education in the region, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted approval to Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh, for enhancement of its annual MBBS intake from 150 to 200 seats with effect from the Academic Session 2026–27. The approval marks a significant milestone in GMCH Chandigarh’s ongoing efforts to strengthen undergraduate medical education and expand access to quality medical training. With the addition of 50 MBBS seats, a larger number of aspiring medical students will now have the opportunity to pursue medical education at one of North India’s premier…

04 Jun

Tragic Death of 24-Year-Old Resident Doctor at GMCH Chandigarh Sparks Investigation and Mental Health Concerns

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Police, Dr Yogesh Banga, GMCH Chandigarh, resident doctor death

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): A 24-year-old first-year postgraduate junior resident doctor, Dr. Yogesh Banga, was found dead in a suspected suicide inside a washroom at the Trauma Centre of Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, Chandigarh, during his duty hours. According to initial reports, Dr. Banga, who was posted in the Department of Internal Medicine, had gone to the washroom during his shift but did not return for an extended period. When colleagues received no response after repeatedly knocking, the door was forced open, and he was found unresponsive. Hospital staff immediately initiated emergency resuscitation efforts and shifted him…