In exercise of powers conferred by Section 4 of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act,

## Report on Amendment to All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare regarding an amendment to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Act, 1956. The amendment involves the nomination of Professor Anand Bhalerao, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Rajasthan, as a member of the Institute Body of AIIMS, Jodhpur, replacing Dr. Hakam Dan Charan. This change directly affects the composition of the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body and indirectly affects the administration and oversight of the institute. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview of a specific amendment to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Act, 1956, based solely on the provided government notification. The analysis focuses on the amendment's purpose, key changes, affected parties, and potential impact, as inferred from the text. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Amendment:** This document is an amendment to the notification of Government of India, Ministry of Health Family Welfare, Number Z280161772019PMSSYIV dated the 18th May, 2020 published in the Gazette of India Part II, section 3, SubSection ii vide S.O. 1830E dated the 10th June, 2020. * **Core Objective(s):** The amendment's core objective is to alter the membership of the Institute Body of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur, by replacing one member with another. It ensures the continuous and effective functioning of the Institute Body by maintaining its designated composition under the AIIMS Act. **4. Background and Rationale:** The amendment addresses the need to update the membership of the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body. The change from Dr. Hakam Dan Charan, Vice Chancellor of Bikaner Technical University, to Professor Anand Bhalerao, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Rajasthan, suggests a periodic or necessary replacement of members, possibly due to a change in Dr. Charan's circumstances or a strategic decision to bring in different expertise to the Institute Body. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This amendment specifically modifies the composition of the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body. * **Specific Part of Original Policy Changed:** The amendment directly alters the member listed under clause aa of Section 4 of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956, as it pertains to the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body. Specifically, it changes the entry at serial number 1. * **New Rule/Provision:** The new rule/provision is the replacement of Dr. Hakam Dan Charan with Professor Anand Bhalerao as a member of the Institute Body. The gazette states: "1. Professor Anand Bhalerao, Vice Chancellor, Central University of Rajasthan." will be substituted for the previous member at serial number 1. * **Difference/Effect of the Change:** The change effectively alters the individuals involved in the governance and oversight of AIIMS, Jodhpur. Professor Bhalerao's appointment brings a new perspective and potentially different expertise to the Institute Body compared to his predecessor. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are: * **All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur:** The institution is directly affected by the change in its Institute Body membership. * **Ministry of Health and Family Welfare:** The Ministry is responsible for implementing the AIIMS Act and its amendments. * **Professor Anand Bhalerao:** The newly appointed member of the Institute Body. * **Dr. Hakam Dan Charan:** The replaced member of the Institute Body. * **Central University of Rajasthan:** The institution where Professor Bhalerao serves as Vice-Chancellor. * **Bikaner Technical University:** The institution where Dr. Hakam Dan Charan previously served as Vice-Chancellor. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is the responsible agency for implementing this amendment. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The notification is effective from the date of publication (June 14, 2022). The terms of office for Professor Bhalerao will be governed by Section 6 of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956. The text doesn't outline specific procedures beyond the publication of the notification. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is to ensure the continued proper functioning of the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body with updated membership. It may also bring a fresh perspective or specific expertise to the Institute Body, potentially influencing the institution's direction and policies. The immediate impact is a change in the composition of the governing body. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment detailed in the provided notification involves a change in the membership of the AIIMS, Jodhpur Institute Body, replacing Dr. Hakam Dan Charan with Professor Anand Bhalerao. This adjustment ensures the Institute Body remains appropriately constituted and potentially benefits from Professor Bhalerao's expertise. The amendment is significant for the governance and oversight of AIIMS, Jodhpur, and reflects the ongoing administrative adjustments necessary for the effective functioning of such institutions.

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