{"id":35792,"date":"2025-07-19T13:20:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T07:50:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35792"},"modified":"2025-07-19T13:20:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T07:50:38","slug":"new-nmc-chairperson-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"New NMC Chairperson 2025: Dr Abhijat Sheth Appointed by Centre"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#New_NMC_Chairperson_2025_update_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_appointed_as_the_new_head_of_the_National_Medical_Commission_amid_CBI_probe_and_NEET_PG_responsibilities\" >New NMC Chairperson 2025 update: Dr Abhijat Sheth appointed as the new head of the National Medical Commission amid CBI probe and NEET PG responsibilities.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Centre_Appoints_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_as_New_NMC_Chairperson\" >Centre Appoints Dr. Abhijat Sheth as New NMC Chairperson<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Appointment_at_a_Critical_Juncture\" >Appointment at a Critical Juncture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Dr%E2%80%AFSheths_Dual_Role_and_Immediate_Responsibilities\" >Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s Dual Role and Immediate Responsibilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Regulatory_Gaps_and_the_Need_for_Timely_Filling\" >Regulatory Gaps and the Need for Timely Filling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Tackling_Corruption-Linked_Challenges\" >Tackling Corruption-Linked Challenges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Tenure_and_Institutional_Support\" >Tenure and Institutional Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Strengthening_Medical_Education_Governance\" >Strengthening Medical Education Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Addressing_Systemic_Corruption\" >Addressing Systemic Corruption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Relevance_to_Medical_and_Non-Medical_Aspirants\" >Relevance to Medical and Non-Medical Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Leadership_Continuity_Amidst_Crisis\" >Leadership Continuity Amidst Crisis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#From_MCI_to_NMC_A_Regulatory_Shift\" >From MCI to NMC: A Regulatory Shift<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#NBEMS_and_NEET%E2%80%91PG_Foundational_Pillars\" >NBEMS and NEET\u2011PG: Foundational Pillars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Crisis_in_Medical_Education_Oversight\" >Crisis in Medical Education Oversight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Leadership_Gaps_in_NMC\" >Leadership Gaps in NMC<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Dr%E2%80%AFAbhijat_Sheths_Appointment\" >Key Takeaways from Dr.\u202fAbhijat Sheth\u2019s Appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#1_Who_is_the_new_Chairperson_of_the_National_Medical_Commission_NMC\" >1. Who is the new Chairperson of the National Medical Commission (NMC)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#2_What_position_does_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_currently_hold_apart_from_being_NMC_Chief\" >2. What position does Dr. Abhijat Sheth currently hold apart from being NMC Chief?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#3_Why_were_the_NMC_leadership_positions_vacant\" >3. Why were the NMC leadership positions vacant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#4_What_controversy_surrounds_the_NMC_recently\" >4. What controversy surrounds the NMC recently?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#5_What_is_the_tenure_of_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_as_the_NMC_Chairperson\" >5. What is the tenure of Dr. Abhijat Sheth as the NMC Chairperson?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#6_How_is_this_news_relevant_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >6. How is this news relevant for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/new-nmc-chairperson-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_NMC_Chairperson_2025_update_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_appointed_as_the_new_head_of_the_National_Medical_Commission_amid_CBI_probe_and_NEET_PG_responsibilities\"><\/span>New NMC Chairperson 2025 update: Dr Abhijat Sheth appointed as the new head of the National Medical Commission amid CBI probe and NEET PG responsibilities.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Centre_Appoints_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_as_New_NMC_Chairperson\"><\/span>Centre Appoints Dr. Abhijat Sheth as New NMC Chairperson<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointment_at_a_Critical_Juncture\"><\/span>Appointment at a Critical Juncture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India has appointed Dr.\u202fAbhijat Sheth as the new Chairperson of the National Medical Commission (NMC), the apex regulatory body overseeing medical education, practitioners, and research in the country. He succeeds Dr.\u202fB.N. Gangadhar, who had resigned in October\u202f2024 citing health issues, but continued provisionally as no suitable replacement was available <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dr%E2%80%AFSheths_Dual_Role_and_Immediate_Responsibilities\"><\/span>Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s Dual Role and Immediate Responsibilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Currently heading the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), which conducts major postgraduate medical entrance tests such as NEET\u2011PG, Dr.\u202fSheth will continue in this role until the NEET\u2011PG exams in August 2025 are concluded  His dual role reflects continuity in regulatory leadership during a crucial exam period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_Gaps_and_the_Need_for_Timely_Filling\"><\/span>Regulatory Gaps and the Need for Timely Filling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key leadership positions across all four NMC autonomous boards have been vacant for nearly nine months The delay in appointments hindered regulatory oversight over medical institutions and educational standards. Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s assumption of office aims to fill this leadership vacuum and enhance scrutiny of medical education governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tackling_Corruption-Linked_Challenges\"><\/span>Tackling Corruption-Linked Challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s appointment arrives amid a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged corruption in medical college inspections\u2014including fake faculty, ghost patients, and unauthorized approvals His leadership is expected to bring renewed transparency and integrity to regulatory processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tenure_and_Institutional_Support\"><\/span>Tenure and Institutional Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s tenure for four years, or until he turns 70, whichever comes first, as per the Department of Personnel and Training\u2019s notification dated July 11, 2025  Alongside him, Dr.\u202fM.K. Ramesh was named President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB), further strengthening the leadership structure <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"new-NMC-chairperson-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQzGZ9s1owBjl_JVi-2eRV_7bpVESeR1eukQw&amp;s\" alt=\"new NMC chairperson 2025\" title=\"new NMC chairperson 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">new NMC chairperson 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Medical_Education_Governance\"><\/span>Strengthening Medical Education Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This move by the Centre signals a decisive step toward institutional stability in India\u2019s medical regulatory framework. Filling long-vacant positions within the NMC is vital to ensuring effective oversight over the licensing, accreditation, and standards of medical institutions\u2014a key topic for candidates preparing for exams like UPSC, SSC, and PSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Addressing_Systemic_Corruption\"><\/span>Addressing Systemic Corruption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new leadership arrives against the backdrop of a major CBI probe into corruption at NMC, involving ghost faculty and unauthorized approvals. Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s credibility and regulatory experience are expected to help restore integrity\u2014a point likely to appear in GS paper discussions, especially in governance and anti-corruption modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Medical_and_Non-Medical_Aspirants\"><\/span>Relevance to Medical and Non-Medical Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medical entrance exam aspirants (NEET\u2011PG, AIIMS PG) should note Dr.\u202fSheth\u2019s continued leadership of NBEMS during NEET\u2011PG&#8217;s August 2025 cycle. Non\u2011medical aspirants, including those preparing for Civil Services, must understand the functioning and regulatory dynamics of bodies like NMC, NBEMS, and MARB\u2014frequent domains in exam syllabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leadership_Continuity_Amidst_Crisis\"><\/span>Leadership Continuity Amidst Crisis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dual roles held by Dr.\u202fSheth underscore government interests in maintaining stability while safeguarding national exams. This emphasizes the importance of institutional balance\u2014an important governance theme for Civil Service exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_MCI_to_NMC_A_Regulatory_Shift\"><\/span>From MCI to NMC: A Regulatory Shift<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Established on 25 September 2020, the NMC replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI) to usher in greater transparency and accountability in medical education Its formation was the outcome of long-standing criticism of the MCI\u2019s inefficiencies and centralized flaws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NBEMS_and_NEET%E2%80%91PG_Foundational_Pillars\"><\/span>NBEMS and NEET\u2011PG: Foundational Pillars<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NBEMS oversees postgraduate medical admissions through NEET\u2011PG, ensuring standardized testing across India. As its President, Dr.\u202fSheth has overseen NEET\u2011PG operations and reforms\u2014a factor contributing to his appointment at NMC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crisis_in_Medical_Education_Oversight\"><\/span>Crisis in Medical Education Oversight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earlier this year, a CBI FIR exposed alleged manipulation of inspection processes in private medical colleges, uncovering ghost faculty members, fake patients, and blatant bribery The scandal implicated high-level officials including former UGC chairman Dr.\u202fD.P. Singh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leadership_Gaps_in_NMC\"><\/span>Leadership Gaps in NMC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following Dr.\u202fGangadhar\u2019s resignation, leadership positions remained vacant in NMC\u2019s four autonomous boards (UGMEB, PGMEB, MARB, Ethics)\u2014a situation that weakened institutional capacity for nearly nine months<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Dr%E2%80%AFAbhijat_Sheths_Appointment\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Dr.\u202fAbhijat Sheth\u2019s Appointment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Appointment<\/strong>: Dr.\u202fAbhijat Sheth is the newly appointed Chairperson of NMC (July\u202f2025).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Current Position<\/strong>: He is the President of NBEMS and will hold both roles until NEET-PG 2025 concludes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Vacancies Filled<\/strong>: His appointment ends a nine\u2011month leadership deadlock in NMC\u2019s autonomous boards.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Anti\u2011Corruption Focus<\/strong>: Appointment comes amid a CBI probe into alleged regulatory corruption.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Tenure<\/strong>: Approved for four years or until he reaches 70, along with Dr.\u202fM.K. Ramesh\u2019s MARB presidency.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">new NMC chairperson 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_is_the_new_Chairperson_of_the_National_Medical_Commission_NMC\"><\/span>1. Who is the new Chairperson of the National Medical Commission (NMC)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Abhijat Sheth has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the NMC in July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_position_does_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_currently_hold_apart_from_being_NMC_Chief\"><\/span>2. What position does Dr. Abhijat Sheth currently hold apart from being NMC Chief?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He continues to serve as the President of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), which conducts NEET-PG and other key exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_were_the_NMC_leadership_positions_vacant\"><\/span>3. Why were the NMC leadership positions vacant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vacancies were due to the resignation of the previous Chairperson Dr. B.N. Gangadhar and delayed appointments to the autonomous boards, causing a regulatory leadership gap for nearly nine months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_controversy_surrounds_the_NMC_recently\"><\/span>4. What controversy surrounds the NMC recently?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated a probe into alleged corruption in medical college inspections involving ghost faculty, fake patients, and bribes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_tenure_of_Dr_Abhijat_Sheth_as_the_NMC_Chairperson\"><\/span>5. What is the tenure of Dr. Abhijat Sheth as the NMC Chairperson?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He will serve for a term of four years or until he turns 70, whichever comes earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_is_this_news_relevant_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>6. 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