Himachal Pradesh Defers Retirement of Medical Officers and Faculty to 2027
Himachal Pradesh has deferred the retirement of all medical officers in the Health and Family Welfare Department and teaching faculty of the Medical Education Department to March 31, 2027. This decision, formalized through an amendment to Rule 56 of the Fundamental (Himachal Pradesh) Amendment Rules, 2026, aims to address doctor shortages in tribal, remote, and difficult areas across the state by retaining experienced personnel until the new retirement date.
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thetribune broke this story on 26 Aug, 01:30 pm. Other outlets followed.