Article Today, Hyderabad: Mahavir Medical College in Vikarabad is once again under scrutiny for ignoring basic standards in medical education. Despite the cancellation of its MBBS admissions by the National Medical Commission (NMC) three years ago, the college management seems to have learned little. The condition of its teaching hospital continues to reflect poor infrastructure, triggering serious concerns among students and observers.
NMC had Cancelled Batch in 2021
In the academic year 2021–22, the NMC cancelled MBBS admissions for three medical colleges in Telangana due to lack of required infrastructure. These included MN Reddy Medical College in Sangareddy, TRR College in Patancheru, and Mahaveer Medical College in Vikarabad. The commission found serious deficiencies and withdrew approval for 450 MBBS seats from these institutions. Students, who had already joined, were forced out within a month of admission.
Students Left in Limbo
Students from these colleges had paid a total of ₹66 crore in fees. Following the cancellation, around 300 students from TRR and Mahaveer were relocated to 13 other private colleges. Each college contributed 150 students to the relocation process. However, students from MN Reddy Medical College were allowed to continue in the same institution. The sudden shift caused major disruptions in the academic journeys of the affected students.
Financial Irregularities and Donation Issues
The relocation process also exposed major financial irregularities. TRR College issued cheques that later bounced. Many students who paid large donations, especially under B and C category quotas, did not receive any receipts. Several students from the C category reportedly paid up to ₹23 lakh each without proper documentation. Others, who negotiated lower fees initially, were later forced to pay full tuition at their new colleges. The lack of transparency caused significant distress to students and parents.
Management Attitude Raises Questions
Despite the turmoil faced in 2021, the Mahaveer College management continues to operate with defiance. Observers say the institution shows no urgency to improve its infrastructure. Instead, it appears confident that approvals can be bought, regardless of quality. A recent visit by Sahanam Vande reporters revealed persistent shortcomings, echoing the issues that led to past penalties.
Students Fear History May Repeat
Students now worry that they may once again fall victim to the same administrative negligence. They allege that the college shows little regard for regulations or student welfare. With no concrete reforms in place, they question how such institutions continue to function under the radar of authorities.
Calls for Stronger Oversight
The situation at Mahaveer Medical College highlights the need for strict monitoring by regulatory bodies. Experts argue that institutions failing to meet minimum standards should not be allowed to admit students. As past experiences show, when quality is compromised, it is the students who bear the brunt.
