Gujarat: GPSC vs virus duty: Docs in a fix

Ahmedabad: Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has recently announced the entrance test for various posts including faculties in medical colleges. Many doctors feel they are at a disadvantage for they are busy serving in Covid-19 duties. While this would give them very little time for exam preparation, many are of the view that their hectic schedules may not allow them to participate altogether in the exam.

Despite various representations by Medical Teachers’ Association to the state government, no amicable solution has been found so far, said sources in the state government.

Currently, all holidays for faculties serving in government medical colleges and hospitals have been cancelled by the government.

“The examination has been declared by GPSC despite the health department being apprised of the situation,” said an official of the association. The exam is in MCQ format, so it is necessary to get proper time for preparation and for this the candidates need leave to study.