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The Chhattisgarh High Court recently expressed concern over the sluggish Psychiatrist recruitment in Chhattisgarh. Consequently, the division bench emphasized that continued delays cause significant prejudice to the public. Furthermore, the court noted that procedural excuses do not justify the lack of specialized mental health services. This intervention follows a report regarding vacancies in the state health department.
Moreover, the state currently faces a severe shortage of specialized medical professionals. The health department previously issued an advertisement in April 2025, but no candidates were selected. Therefore, authorities initiated fresh recruitment steps in March 2026 to fill six MD Psychiatrist positions. These posts are being processed through the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. Meanwhile, the state still awaits financial approval for these essential roles.
Additionally, limited academic intake contributes to the specialist shortage. Pt JNM Medical College in Raipur offers only three MD Psychiatry seats annually. This low capacity restricts the local pool of eligible candidates for state service. To address this, the government enforces the Chhattisgarh Medical Post-Graduate Admission Rules, 2025. Specifically, these rules mandate two years of state service or a significant bond payment. Unreserved candidates must pay Rs 50 lakh, while reserved candidates pay Rs 40 lakh.
However, the High Court criticized the repetitive nature of financial approvals for existing vacancies. The bench observed that seeking fresh sanction for previously approved posts unnecessarily prolongs the timeline. Consequently, they directed the health secretary to provide an updated status report through an affidavit. The court expects the state to complete the process with due expedition. This intervention aims to ensure that mental healthcare becomes accessible to all citizens without further delay.
Q1: Why is there a delay in MD Psychiatrist recruitment in Chhattisgarh?
Delays stem from procedural requirements like obtaining fresh financial approvals and a lack of eligible candidates from previous advertisements.
Q2: What are the bond requirements for PG medical students in Chhattisgarh?
Candidates must serve the state for two years or pay a bond of Rs 50 lakh for unreserved and Rs 40 lakh for reserved categories.
Q3: How many MD Psychiatry seats are available at Pt JNM Medical College?
The college currently has only three seats for MD Psychiatry, which limits the number of specialists entering the local workforce.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice or replace professional judgment. Refer to the latest local and national guidelines for clinical practice.
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