AIIMS Facing Doctor Shortage: Over 20,000 Vacancies Cripple Nation’s Top Medical Institutes
A staggering 20,000-plus positions lie vacant across India’s 23 AIIMS, including the flagship AIIMS-Delhi. This severe staffing crisis particularly impacts the newer AIIMS campuses.
The government acknowledges the substantial shortfall. Recruitment drives are underway, officials claim.
To mitigate the immediate crisis, the government is exploring temporary solutions. These include employing retired faculty on contract and implementing a visiting faculty scheme.
However, the sheer scale of the vacancies raises serious concerns about patient care and medical education across the nation. Addressing this shortage is crucial for ensuring the accessibility and quality of healthcare in India.
