The Indian Nursing Council has issued an order withdrawing recognition of Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital, School of Nursing, Gaya, Bihar, for conducting the ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) course.
Effective October 26, 2024, graduates holding an ANM qualification from this institution will only be eligible for registration as nurses within the state of Bihar.
Key Changes
Withdrawal of recognition for Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital's ANM course by the Indian Nursing Council.
The decision is based on deficiencies identified in an inspection report dated December 7, 2023, particularly concerning clinical and teaching facilities.
The institution failed to respond to notices issued regarding its suitability.
The Bihar State Government did not provide any recommendations regarding the institution's suitability to the Council.
Graduates after October 26, 2024, will be restricted to nursing registration within Bihar only.
Impact Analysis
Impact on Students
Potential students should be informed about the withdrawn recognition and the implications for their future career prospects.
Impact on Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital
The hospital may need to work with the Bihar Nurses Registration Council and the State Government to address the issues and seek reinstatement of recognition.
Impact on Bihar State Government and Bihar Nurses Registration Council
The Bihar Nurses Registration Council will need to manage the registration of ANM graduates from Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital, ensuring compliance with the new restrictions.
Suggested Action Items
Students and prospective students should be informed about the change in recognition status and its implications.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Nursing Council: The national regulatory body for nurses and nursing education in India, established under the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947.
Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital, School of Nursing, Gaya, Bihar: A nursing institution in Bihar that has had its recognition for the ANM course withdrawn by the Indian Nursing Council.
Bihar Nurses Registration Council: The state-level nursing council responsible for registering nurses within the state of Bihar.
Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947: The legislation that established the Indian Nursing Council and defines its powers and functions.
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INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL
WITHDRAWAL ORDER
New Delhi, the 10th March, 2025
F.No. 18-05/13801 –INC— In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 14 of Indian Nursing Council
Act, 1947 (XLVIII of 1947), the Indian Nursing Council hereby issues the following order:—
Whereas, Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital situated at –School of Nursing, Distt. Gaya 823001 Bihar is
recognized by State Government of Bihar and Bihar Nurses Registration Council to conduct ANM Course.
Whereas, a notice no. 18-05/13801-INC (57218) dated 09/05/2024 for withdrawal of Recognition under
section 14 of Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947 addressed to the Principal Secretary (H&FW) Department of Health,
Government of Bihar, Vikas Bhawan, New Secretariat, Bihar was issued. Copy of the notice dated 09/05/2024 was
also enclosed Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital situated at –School of Nursing, Distt. Gaya 823001 Bihar In the notice
issued, the State Government was requested to submit their recommendations to the Council as respects Suitability of
the nursing institution.
Whereas, the Council has not received any recommendation from the State Government as respects the case of
Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital. Even the institution Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital has not responded to the notices
issued.
Whereas, the Council has considered the matter in its entirety. Perusal of the inspection report dated
07/12/2023 would show that the institution is deficient in many respects especially those relating to deficiencies i.e.,
clinical and teaching facilities. These are serious deficiencies which constitute that the institution is unable to run
ANM Course.
Now therefore, the Council exercising powers under section 14(3) (b) declares that with effect from
26/10/2024 any person holding a recognized qualification of ANM from Lady Elgin Zenana Hospital situated at –
School of Nursing, Distt. Gaya 823001 Bihar shall be entitled to be registered only in the State of Bihar.
Lt. Col (Dr.) SARVJEET KAUR, Secy.
[ADVT.-III/4/Exty./1063/2024-25]
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