Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College

Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College (RPGMC) is a medical school and medical research university based in Tanda, Himachal Pradesh, India. The college was established in 1996 and is named after the first President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad.

History[edit | edit source]

The foundation of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College was laid in 1996 by the then Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Virbhadra Singh. The college started its first academic session in 1997 with 50 students. Over the years, the college has grown in stature and now offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various medical and paramedical disciplines.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The campus of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College is located in Tanda, Himachal Pradesh, a picturesque town in the foothills of the Himalayas. The campus houses the medical college, the associated hospital, hostels for students and residents, and staff quarters.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College offers MBBS, MD, MS, and PhD programs in various disciplines of medicine and paramedical sciences. The college is affiliated to Himachal Pradesh University and is recognized by the Medical Council of India.

Hospital[edit | edit source]

The associated hospital of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College is a tertiary care hospital providing treatment to patients from all over Himachal Pradesh and neighboring states. The hospital has departments for all major medical and surgical specialties.

Notable alumni[edit | edit source]

Many alumni of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College have made significant contributions to the field of medicine and healthcare in India and abroad.