IB AIIMS GUWAHATI

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Act, 1956, as detailed in a notification from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The amendment involves a change in the nominated member of the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati, specifically replacing the Vice Chancellor of Assam University, Silchar, with the Vice Chancellor of Assam Central University. This report outlines the background, rationale, and implications of this change in membership, based solely on the provided government notification. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an analysis of an amendment to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956, as published in the Gazette of India. The analysis is based solely on the provided notification text and aims to inform relevant stakeholders about the specific change implemented. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification pertains to an amendment of a previous notification (Number Z280161782019PMSSYIV dated the 11th March, 2020, SO 1183 E dated the 20th March, 2020) related to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Act, 1956, specifically concerning the composition of the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati. Core Objective(s) (inferred): The core objective, as inferred from the text, is to ensure the proper functioning and representation within the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati, by updating its membership to reflect current appointments. **4. Background and Rationale:** This amendment appears to address the need to update the membership of the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati. The original notification likely designated the Vice Chancellor of Assam University, Silchar, as a member. This amendment reflects a change in circumstances, specifically the appointment of a new Vice Chancellor at Assam Central University, necessitating a corresponding change in the Institute Body membership. The underlying rationale is to maintain relevant and current representation within the governing body of AIIMS, Guwahati. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This notification introduces a specific change to the previously issued notification (Number Z280161782019PMSSYIV dated the 11th March, 2020, SO 1183 E dated the 20th March, 2020). * **Specific part of the original policy being changed:** The amendment directly alters the entry for "Member under clause aa of Section 4" within the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati. Specifically, it changes serial number 1 within that section. * **New rule/provision:** The new provision substitutes "Vice Chancellor, Assam University, Silchar Assam" with "Vice Chancellor, Assam Central University" as the nominated member. * **Difference/Effect of Change:** The effect of this change is to replace one individual with another on the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati. This ensures that the current Vice Chancellor of Assam Central University holds the designated membership position. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders include: * The Vice Chancellor of Assam Central University. * The Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati. * The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. * AIIMS, Guwahati and related administrative personnel. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is the responsible agency, as indicated by the notification. The Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati, will also be involved in implementing the change. * **Timelines or procedures:** The notification itself serves as the immediate directive. The effective date is implied to be the date of the notification, June 13th, 2022. Further internal procedures within AIIMS, Guwahati, will likely be necessary to formally integrate the new member. * **Specific to Changes:** Implementation focuses on updating records and communication channels to reflect the new membership of the Institute Body. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is to ensure the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati, operates with a current and relevant membership. The amendment itself ensures the body continues to fulfil its designated role with appropriate and up-to-date representation. This should contribute to the effective governance and operation of the institution. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment to the AIIMS Act, 1956, concerning the Institute Body of AIIMS, Guwahati, is a straightforward change in membership. While seemingly minor, it underscores the importance of maintaining accurate and current representation within the governing bodies of national institutions like AIIMS. This change contributes to the continued efficient operation and administration of AIIMS, Guwahati.

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