*Dehradun 04/12/2025*
*The beginning of a new revolution in health education – 56 types of health services recognized in 10 categories, paramedical education will receive a new look*
*New subjects will expand the reach of youth, strengthen health services, bring uniformity to paramedical and allied health education, and simplify and simplify the registration and licensing process.*
*Our goal is for Uttarakhand to emerge as a model for quality-based health education and healthcare skill development – Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar*
Today, a historic step was taken towards making health education in Uttarakhand modern, transparent, and employment-oriented, in line with national standards. Under the clear directives and visionary leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and the guidance of Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat, a high-level meeting was held at the Secretariat to expedite the process of establishing the Uttarakhand State Allied and Healthcare Council under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021. This important meeting was chaired by Health Secretary Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar. At the outset, the Health Secretary stated that developing a modern, trained, and certified allied health workforce is essential in a mountainous and disaster-prone state like Uttarakhand. The formation of the Council will not only enhance the quality of educational institutions but will also enable Uttarakhand to play a leading role in developing trained human resources across the country.
Detailed Discussion on the Formation of the Council, Decision to Form a Selection Committee*
The meeting extensively deliberated on the formation of the Council, its structure, future needs, and working procedures. It was decided that a “Search-cum-Selection Committee” would be formed to appoint the Council’s Chairman and members, which would select candidates based on established qualifications and experience. The Health Secretary directed officials to immediately ensure the availability of the initial budget, office infrastructure, technical support, and human resources for the Council’s smooth functioning, so that the Council can begin discharging its responsibilities soon.
Currently, paramedical education in the state is governed by the Uttarakhand Paramedical Act 2009 and the State Medical Faculty. Courses in 22 subjects are currently offered at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Following the implementation of the national act, all these courses will be made more standardized, employment-oriented, and skill-based. The new act recognizes 56 types of health services in 10 categories. This will not only provide students with broader career opportunities but also ensure higher recognition of their qualifications at the national and international levels.
Health Services to be Strengthened
Experts at the meeting stated that the act will include several new and important subjects—nutritional science, health information management, clinical psychology, dialysis technician, anesthesia and operation theater technician, emergency medical technician, etc. The inclusion of these subjects will provide the state’s youth with broader career options, better placement opportunities in the private and government sectors, and opportunities in research and advanced health services. Officials stated that this move will position Uttarakhand among the leading states in the country in the field of health education and allied health services, establishing the state as a “health education hub” in the future.
*Health Secretary Dr. R. Statement by Rajesh Kumar*
The Uttarakhand government is committed to strengthening, streamlining, and aligning health education with national standards. The establishment of the State Allied and Allied Healthcare Council will be a transformative step for us. It will bring uniformity to paramedical and allied health education, standardize curriculum, and simplify and simplify the registration and licensing process. The new Act will cover many emerging disciplines and specializations, providing youth with opportunities to become nationally competitive. Our goal is for Uttarakhand to emerge as a model state for quality-based health education and healthcare skill development.
