Appointment of Exofficio member in NMC

## Report on Amendment to National Medical Commission Act, 2019 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification (S.O. 1784(E)) issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, published on April 12, 2022. This notification constitutes an amendment to a previous notification (S.O. 3260(E) dated September 24, 2020) related to the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019. The core purpose of the amendment is to update the member list of the NMC, specifically replacing Ms. Arti Ahuja with Ms. Roli Singh as an *ex-officio* member. The key finding is a change in personnel serving as a member of the National Medical Commission. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an informative analysis of a notification published in the Gazette of India on April 12, 2022, which amends a prior notification concerning the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. This analysis is based solely on the information contained within the provided text. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy Being Amended:** The notification amends the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's notification S.O. 3260(E) dated September 24, 2020, which was published in the Gazette of India. * **Core Objective(s) (Inferred):** Based on the context, the overarching objective of the original policy and subsequent amendments relates to the operationalization and composition of the National Medical Commission (NMC), established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. A key element is to ensure the NMC has the appropriate membership to function effectively. **4. Background and Rationale:** This amendment addresses the change in personnel holding the position of Additional Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Ms. Arti Ahuja, who was previously nominated as an *ex-officio* member of the NMC, has relinquished her charge. The amendment reflects the need to update the NMC's membership to reflect the current office holder. The amendment ensures the correct individual, based on their official position, is serving on the commission as mandated by the NMC Act. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **Specific Part of the Original Policy Changed:** Paragraph 2, in the Table, the serial number i and the entry relating thereto, of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare notification number S.O. 3260(E) dated 24th September, 2020. * **New Rule/Provision:** The *ex-officio* member listed as "Ms. Arti Ahuja, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi" is replaced with "Ms. Roli Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi". Ms. Roli Singh's status is also listed as Member, *ex-officio*. * **Difference/Effect of the Change:** The amendment replaces one individual with another as an *ex-officio* member of the National Medical Commission. This ensures that the individual currently holding the position of Additional Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, serves on the commission. The key impact is to maintain continuity and ensure the NMC's composition aligns with the provisions of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the target audience and stakeholders directly affected by this specific change include: * The National Medical Commission (NMC) and its members. * The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, specifically those involved in the administration of the NMC Act. * Medical professionals and institutions regulated by the NMC, as the composition of the commission can influence policy decisions. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is responsible for issuing and implementing this amendment. The National Medical Commission is also implicitly responsible for acknowledging and integrating this change into its operational structure. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The amendment is effective from the date of publication (April 12, 2022). The NMC would likely need to update its official records and communications to reflect the change in membership. * **Implementation Related Specifically to the Changes:** The primary implementation involves updating the records of the National Medical Commission to reflect the change in *ex-officio* membership. This would include updating contact information, committee assignments (if any), and official communications to reflect Ms. Roli Singh's membership. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this specific change is to ensure the National Medical Commission's membership accurately reflects the current appointments within the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The impact of the amendment is primarily administrative, ensuring the proper individual is serving on the commission in their *ex-officio* capacity. The change maintains the legitimacy and operational effectiveness of the NMC. **9. Conclusion:** The notification published on April 12, 2022, represents an amendment to a prior notification concerning the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. This amendment replaces Ms. Arti Ahuja with Ms. Roli Singh as an *ex-officio* member of the NMC, reflecting a change in personnel within the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. While seemingly a minor administrative change, it is significant in ensuring the NMC operates with the appropriate membership as defined by the governing legislation. The correct composition of the NMC is important for maintaining confidence and effectiveness in regulating the medical profession.

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