Karnataka begins compulsory service process for PG medical students

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August 22, 2020

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Bengaluru, Aug 22: Karnataka has initiated the process for one year compulsory government service by medical post graduates (PG), asking them to register to begin at a time when the state is overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic and shortage of doctors, a minister said on Saturday.

 “For the first time after the Supreme Court verdict in August 2019, we have begun an online registration process for compulsory government service after PG medical courses,” said Medical Education Minister K. Sudhakar.

He said these candidates will be posted as senior residents and tutors in medical education or equivalent posts in the health department.

Counselling procedure for the mandatory government service of successful MD, MS and Diploma candidates in July and August will be held shortly.

“As a preliminary preparation, all candidates who have passed are hereby instructed to compulsorily register by August 25th 3 p.m. without fail,” said an official.

Principals and heads of institutes have been entrusted with the task of ensuring that graduates comply with the registration process.

The medical education department has invoked the Karnataka Compulsory Service by Candidates Completed Medical Courses (Amendment) Act 2012, Section (4) for post graduates.

According to this Act, one year of government service is mandatory for all medical post graduates admitted under any category in Karnataka.

Similarly, duty allocation is on a first come first serve merit basis.

“The allotment will be on a first come first serve cum merit basis. They shall lose the right to merit for allotment if they fail to register. Hence, all candidates are directed to compulsorily register,” he said.

Likewise, a no objection certificate (NOC) for reciprocal registration between candidates will not be issued without the endorsement of the director of medical education.

Colleges have also been instructed not to issue certificates without the director’s endorsement.

More than a week ago, Sudhakar had announced that 2,000 PG medical students are poised to join forces to strengthen the state’s battle against the pandemic.

The compulsory service move comes at a time when the Karnataka health department is overwhelmed by the Covid situation and the shortage of doctors.

To tide over the shortage, the Bengaluru civic body has already advertised some vacancies and recruited doctors, nurses and other medical staff.

With 7,571 more infections on Friday, the statewide Covid tally rose to 2.64 lakh cases.

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Rakesh Jolly
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Monday, 10 Jan 2022

It is sheer exploitation, as these pg doctors have spent substantial lifespan of their youth pursuing their ambition and now they need to be at their respective places & settle down in life. Although within the state candidates can still manage but those from other states get stuck up & shall be at a disadvantage. Govt should review keeping in view the above issue.

Anjani Kumar
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Friday, 11 Jun 2021

Sir,
It is good that compulsary medical service was announced for pg medical for one year,but it is very unfortunate that no step has been taken for employment for pg students who have completed their education.If late appointment will be done then it will be wastage of time for students as many students are from out of state.They have used their lives nearly 8years in medical education.The programme must be fixed for students who have passed the exam otherwise he ie she should be released from such compulsory bond
Thanks

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January 10,2025

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Barakah International School and College is organizing a unique parenting workshop aimed at equipping parents with essential skills in various aspects of parenting. The event will take place at Barakah Auditorium, Ayar, on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 6:30 PM.

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January 18,2025

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Kadaba, Jan 18: In a heartrending incident, a 16-year-old student lost his life on Friday, January 18, after the motorbike he was riding skidded off the road and plunged into a culvert on the Dharmasthala–Mardhala–Subrahmanya state highway near Gargaspal, Peradka. 

The accident spot falls under the Noojibaltila gram panchayat in Kadaba taluk of Dakshina Kannada district. 

The victim, Ashish, a tenth-grade student from a private school in Peradka, was the beloved son of Vishwanath of Hosamane Kaana in Noojibaltila village. His untimely demise has left his parents and sibling in profound grief.

The accident occurred during Ashish’s routine commute to school. Despite the swift intervention of a local resident, Sridhar, who rushed him to a private hospital in Kadaba, medical efforts could not save him. A case has been registered at the Kadaba police station.

The culvert where the accident happened has long been criticized by locals for its flawed and unsafe design. Numerous accidents have reportedly occurred at this spot, prompting repeated appeals from residents for immediate rectification. Community members have once again called upon authorities to prioritize repairs to prevent further tragedies.

Responding to the incident, Kadaba tahsildar Prabhakar Khajure underscored the importance of curbing underage driving. He directed the police department to take stringent action against minors found operating vehicles and cautioned parents about the serious consequences of providing vehicles to underage children.

This incident serves as a grim reminder of the pressing need for both infrastructural improvements and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to safeguard young lives.

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January 18,2025

Sullia, Jan 18: In a shocking incident, a man shot his wife dead during a fit of rage over a minor argument and later took his own life by consuming poison. The heartbreaking event unfolded late Friday night in Kodimajalu in Sullia taluk of Dakshina Kannada.

The accused, identified as Ramachandra Gowda alias Chandra (53), used his licensed firearm to commit the crime. His wife, Vinoda (43), tragically lost her life in the incident.

On the fateful night, Ramachandra reportedly started an argument with his family after dinner over a trivial matter. The heated exchange escalated, and in a fit of uncontrollable anger, he allegedly aimed his firearm at his elder son, Prashanth. Vinoda intervened to prevent the attack, attempting to wrest the gun from Ramachandra.

However, enraged by her intervention, Ramachandra turned the gun on Vinoda and shot her, leaving her dead on the spot. Overwhelmed by the gravity of his actions, he consumed acid, commonly used for rubber processing, to end his own life.

Based on Prashanth’s statement, a case has been registered at the Sullia police station. The tragic sequence of events has left the village in shock and mourning, raising concerns about the unchecked escalation of domestic disputes.

This devastating incident underscores the importance of addressing domestic tensions before they spiral into irreversible tragedies.

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