CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The nursing scam in Madhya Pradesh is becoming more serious with new revelations. On Friday, NSUI State Vice President Ravi Parmar made serious allegations regarding widespread corruption and irregularities in nursing colleges during a press conference. Citing the CBI report, Parmar raised significant questions about the role of the Nursing Council and officials involved.

Shocking Findings in the CBI Report

The second CBI report, initiated in 2023 under a High Court directive, has revealed even worse conditions in nursing colleges. Parmar stated that out of 667 nursing colleges in the state, 309 colleges were classified as “deficient,” a fourfold increase compared to the first report.

Comparison of the Two CBI Reports:

First Report (February 2024):

Suitable: 169 colleges

Deficient: 73 colleges

Unsuitable: 66 colleges

Second Report (November 2024):

Deficient: 309 colleges

This stark difference raises serious questions about the transparency of the investigation and the role of officials.

Corruption in the Nursing Council

Parmar alleged that despite being marked as deficient by the CBI, many colleges received approval from the Indian Nursing Council for the 2024-25 session. This points to a deep nexus between the council and college operators. Parmar specifically questioned the recognition of institutions like IES and Mar Baselios Nursing College in Bhopal, accusing them of issuing fraudulent accreditations, which he said jeopardizes both students and the country’s healthcare system.

Issue of Fake Colleges

Parmar claimed that fake nursing colleges have been operating since 2005, distributing degrees to thousands of students. He demanded a thorough investigation of all nursing degrees issued to date.

High Court Order and Expert Committee

The High Court constituted a three-member committee, including a retired judge, an IAS officer, and a university vice-chancellor, to ensure transparency in the investigation. This committee found only 26 colleges suitable, while many colleges were found to exist only on paper.

NSUI’s Five Key Demands:

Investigation of all nursing degrees issued since 2005.

Immediate closure of deficient and unsuitable colleges.

Strict action against guilty officials, middlemen, and institutions.

Transfer of affected students to alternative institutions to secure their education.

Establishment of a strict monitoring system to ensure transparency in the accreditation process.

Warning of Statewide Protest

NSUI warned the government of a statewide protest if no action is taken. Parmar stated that they would fight for students’ and public rights, even if it meant taking the issue from the streets to the legislature.

This scam not only raises serious concerns about the education system but also threatens the future of the healthcare sector. The government’s response to this issue will be critical in determining the course of action.

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