Publication of notification in Part II Section 3 Sub section ii of the Gazette of India Extraordinary

Executive Summary This notification, issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on August 18, 2026, officially announces the appointment of Shri Manmohan Samal to the Institute Body of AIIMS, Bhubaneswar. The appointment follows his election by the members of the Rajya Sabha under the provisions of the AIIMS Act, 1956. The term of office is effective immediately and is subject to the statutory regulations governing the institute's leadership.

Key Points / Main Content

Official Appointment

• Shri Manmohan Samal is notified as a Member of the Institute Body of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar.
• The appointment is made by the Central Government in exercise of powers conferred by Section 4(g) of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956, as amended in 2012.

Election and Tenure

• The member was elected to this position by the Members of the Rajya Sabha.
• The duration of the term of office is strictly governed by the provisions contained in Section 6 of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Act, 1956.

Administrative Details

• The notification is issued under file number F. No. Z-28016/110/2023-PMSSY-IV (8220012).
• The document was signed by Vijay Nehra, Additional Secretary to the Government of India.

Impact Analysis

Shri Manmohan Samal Impact He is formally designated as a member of the governing body of AIIMS, Bhubaneswar, assuming the responsibilities associated with the role. Action Required Must assume the position and comply with the term-of-office regulations specified under Section 6 of the AIIMS Act, 1956.

AIIMS, Bhubaneswar (Institute Body) Impact The institute body’s composition is updated to include a representative elected by the Rajya Sabha, ensuring legislative oversight as mandated by law. Action Required The institute must update its administrative records and board registries to include the new member.

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Impact The Ministry fulfills its statutory obligation to notify the public and relevant authorities of changes to the Institute Body through the Official Gazette. Action Required No further action is required beyond the publication and recording of this notification.