GMC Bhopal: DME Receives Complaint Over Junior Resident Transfers

The Directorate of Medical Education in Madhya Pradesh has received a formal complaint regarding alleged administrative irregularities at Gandhi Medical College. Submitted by medical activist and United Doctors Front RTI cell national head Risabh Jaiswal, the grievance highlights unauthorized transfers of Junior Resident posts and alterations to eligibility criteria.

According to the complaint filed on November 4, 2026, the office of the Dean of gmc bhopal allegedly exceeded directives concerning the rationalization of posts. The complaint points out that Junior Resident positions originally requiring an MBBS degree were transferred to the Dentistry department. Furthermore, the mandatory educational qualifications were allegedly altered to allow BDS candidates to be appointed, creating potential financial loss to the government through monthly stipends.

GMC Bhopal faces scrutiny after a complaint alleges unauthorized Junior Resident post transfers and criteria alterations.

In response to these developments, GMC Bhopal established a committee to examine the complaint. Meanwhile, administrative responsibilities at the institute have shifted. Dr. Tandon replaced Dr. Singh as the acting Dean of the institute following an appointment order issued on November 10, 2026, while Dr. Singh was reassigned to the Directorate of Public Health and Medical Education.

Why it matters

This administrative review impacts medical education standards and recruitment transparency at state institutions in India. The inquiry will determine whether established government procedures and qualification guidelines were properly followed during departmental post reassignments.