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Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

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Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
MottoRight for Rightful Health Science Education
TypeGovernment
EstablishedJune 1, 1996; 28 years ago (1996-06-01)
ChancellorGovernor of Karnataka
Vice-ChancellorDr. M. K. Ramesh[1]
Location
Jayanagara, Bengaluru, Karnataka
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India

12°55′34.04″N 77°35′33.15″E / 12.9261222°N 77.5925417°E / 12.9261222; 77.5925417
CampusUrban
AffiliationsUGC, ACU
Websitewww.rguhs.ac.in

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), located in Bengaluru, India, is a public, affiliating university set up in 1996 by the Government of Karnataka, India, for the regulation and promotion of higher education in health sciences throughout the state of Karnataka. RGUHS is a member of Association of Commonwealth Universities, UK.[2]

It is the largest medical university in India.[3][4][5]

History

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Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) was established in 1996 by the Government of Karnataka with the primary aim of promoting and regulating higher education in health sciences across the state. Prior to its formation, health science education in Karnataka was overseen by multiple universities, leading to a fragmented system with varying standards. Recognizing the need for a centralized body to ensure uniformity, quality, and progress in health science education, the Karnataka government passed the RGUHS Act in 1994, which came into effect two years later, formally founding the university.

Named in honor of Rajiv Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India, RGUHS was tasked with overseeing a wide range of health disciplines, including medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health sciences. This was a critical step in improving the quality of education and ensuring consistent academic and clinical training across affiliated institutions.

Affiliated Medical Colleges, Research Institutions and Hospitals

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Notable alumni

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Controversy

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In March 2023, Government of Karnataka led by the then Chief Minister, Basavaraj Bommai, wanted to rename the university to Kengal Hanumanthaiah, which was met with resistance and eventually the prospect was scrapped.[6]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Chattopadhyay, Sanchari (5 December 2021). "Dr M K Ramesh appointed new VC of RGUHS". medicaldialogues.in. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  2. ^ "ACU Members - Asia - Central and South". Acu.ac.uk. Retrieved 5 August 2018.
  3. ^ "Silver jubilee halo for Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences' stellar work". The Times of India. 1 June 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
  4. ^ "Bengaluru Medical students gear up to face questions on Covid-19 in this year's exam". The Deccan Herald. 11 June 2021.
  5. ^ "Won't let appointment of any undeserving as RGUHS VC: Dr Sudhakar". Mysooru News. 14 June 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
  6. ^ "Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences to be renamed after Kengal Hanumanthaiah: CM Bommai". The Indian Express. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
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