Overview
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College is a government medical college and hospital located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. Founded on 9 September 1963, it is among the oldest medical institutions in the state of Chhattisgarh. The college received recognition from the Medical Council of India in 1969 and has since served as a major centre for medical education and tertiary healthcare in the region.
Key details
| Name | Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College |
|---|---|
| Type | Government medical college and hospital |
| Location | Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India |
| Founded | 9 September 1963 |
| MCI recognition | 1969 |
| Affiliated teaching hospital | B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Hospital (established 1995) |
| Regional Cancer Centre | Radiotherapy department (government approved) |
Academics and institution
The college functions as a government-run institution offering medical education and clinical training. Established in 1963, it predates the formation of the state of Chhattisgarh and is counted among the oldest such institutions in the region. Its recognition by the Medical Council of India in 1969 formalised its status within the national framework of medical education.
The B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Hospital, established in 1995 within the college campus, serves as the affiliated teaching hospital. It supports the clinical instruction of students and provides healthcare services to patients in Raipur and surrounding areas.
The radiotherapy department at the college has been designated a Regional Cancer Centre by the government, extending its role beyond routine medical training to specialised oncology care and cancer treatment services for the region.
References
- "Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Medical College", Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pt._Jawaharlal_Nehru_Memorial_Medical_College
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