Medical Education Commission Vice-Chairman Accused of Nepotism
Summary
Medical Education Commission Vice-Chairman Prof. Dr. Devendra Bahadur Khatri has been accused of nepotism and conflict of interest over seat allocation decisions and the appointment of family members as experts. Prof. Dr. Govinda KC has objected to the move, while Khatri has denied the allegations and called for an investigation.
Key Points
- Prof. Dr. Devendra Bahadur Khatri is accused of using his position in the Medical Education Commission to benefit his family and influence seat allocations.
- Prof. Dr. Govinda KC says Khatri's past role at the Nepali Army Medical College creates a conflict of interest, especially after seats were increased for that institution.
- The commission has allocated 9,691 seats for the current academic session, including increases for several health science institutions.
- Khatri denied the allegations, saying he did not appoint family members as experts and welcomed an investigation.
