Jamia Millia Islamia to Set up Medical College Soon, Open Overseas Campus

Jamia Millia Islamia's vice-chancellor, Najma Akhtar, announced the forthcoming establishment of a medical college during the university's centenary year convocation. In addition to this, JMI is actively exploring opportunities to establish overseas campuses in the Middle East and other foreign countries, as part of their plans to strengthen the reputation of 'Brand Jamia.'

The convocation, which took place at Vigyan Bhavan, was graced by the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Akhtar expressed her gratitude for the long-awaited approval of the medical college, a demand that had been persistently voiced by the Jamia Millia community and has now been recognized by the ministry.

During her address, Akhtar spoke highly of the progressive leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, emphasizing the immense support provided by him to enable the university's remarkable progress and achievements.

Meanwhile, Education Minister Pradhan extended his congratulations to the students and the entire Jamia fraternity on the occasion of the convocation. He encouraged the students in their future endeavors and praised Jamia for providing intellectual leadership and playing a significant role in Amritkal.

Pradhan expressed hope that Jamia Millia Islamia, in line with the requirements of the National Education Policy (NEP), would produce global individuals who could contribute to reducing inequality between the Western world and the global south. Furthermore, he stressed that the medical college should aim to become an urban research center, focusing on resolving complex medical issues worldwide.

On Sunday, July 23, Jamia Millia Islamia awarded degrees and diplomas to the students of the 2019 and 2020 batches, comprising approximately 12,500 graduates, including about 800 gold medalists and Ph.D. degree holders, according to an official press release.