The State Government of Maharashtra in consultation with Maharashtra Medical Council has announced significant amendments to the Maharashtra Medical Council Act, 1965.

In a move aimed at expanding the scope of medical education and accreditation, the State Government, after extensive consultations with the Maharashtra Medical Council, has approved the reintroduction of 10 National Medical Commission (NMC) recognised courses offered by the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons (CPS), Mumbai, into the schedule of the Maharashtra Medical Council Act, 1965.

This development marks a significant milestone in the re-recognition and validation of the academic programmes offered by the institution.

The amended schedule now includes a comprehensive list of courses offered by the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai, which align with the standards set forth by the National Medical Commission.

Notable inclusions encompass a range of membership and fellowship programs, as well as diploma courses, covering various medical specialisations such as Medicine, Pathology, Surgery, Dermatology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology and Child Health.

"We always believed that de-recognition of CPS courses wasn't in the best interest of the Medical Fraternity, the healthcare system of the state and at  large the healthcare system of the country. Today our belief has been validated, all 10 NMC approved courses are now re-recognised by the Government of Maharashtra. With this notification not only CPS but the entire alumni of CPS and the future students have received justice , which was long due. This order will also benefit the healthcare system of the state. I would like to thank the Government of Maharashtra and the concerned authorities for their prudent decision," remarked CPS President Dr. Ajay D. Sambre.