Dr. Govinda KC Warns Government Against Illegal MBBS Admission Decisions

Dr. Govinda KC has urged the government to ensure that decisions regarding MBBS admissions remain within the legal framework. The Medical Education Commission meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, expressed serious concern over the recent decisions on MBBS admissions. Dr. KC warned that if decisions contrary to the rule of law are not withdrawn and demands addressed, he will launch a protest movement. Kathmandu, 2 April.

Medical education reform activist Dr. Govinda KC has appealed to the government to adhere to legal boundaries when making decisions about MBBS admissions. The 24th meeting of the Medical Education Commission, held under Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s chairmanship, drew attention to the decisions on MBBS admissions and noted that these raise questions about the established laws and systems governing medical education, Dr. KC said.

In a press release issued Thursday, Dr. KC recalled that there is a clear legal provision requiring eligibility for admission in all subjects, including MBBS, to be based on a merit list. He cautioned that making decisions contrary to regulations when students have already been admitted and classes begun this year is against the principles of the rule of law.

Respecting the sentiments of the new generation striving for the rule of law, he urged the Prime Minister to ensure that laws are not broken or undermined. The release stated, “One can seek legal and alternative measures, but it is unacceptable to violate the law to fulfill anyone’s personal aspirations.”

On 15 March, the Cabinet proposed admitting Ekta Shah, who was injured during the Gen-Z Movement, to MBBS under an additional scholarship quota. The commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday was called to implement this proposal, which has been described as illegal.

Dr. KC also warned the Medical Education Commission officials to pave the way for qualified individuals. He reiterated the government’s obligation to implement various past agreements and requested again that the commission withdraw the decision that violates the Medical Education Act and related regulations. Currently receiving treatment at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Dr. KC, who has long been advocating for reforms, good governance, and social justice in education and healthcare sectors, warned that if demands remain unaddressed, he will escalate his protest with a satyagraha movement.