Doctors to get full salary on study leave in Himachal
In order to facilitate doctors to pursue higher studies or specialized training, the Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday decided to grant full salary while on study leave.
Informing about this, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the decision will be applicable to doctors pursuing higher studies or specialization in India or abroad.
Earlier, doctors on study leave received only 40 percent of their salary, he said, adding, it discouraged them from advancing their medical education.
These doctors balance patient-care responsibilities with their educational commitments and it was vital for both their professional growth and the state’s healthcare system.
By ensuring full pay during study leave, the government aims to support doctors in balancing their educational aspirations with their professional responsibilities.
This move would enhance the quality of medical training, encourage specialization, and ultimately improve healthcare services across the state.
The CM said once these doctors complete their higher studies, they would serve in government health institutions, contributing to a more advanced and well-equipped healthcare system in Himachal Pradesh.
The present state government has prioritized healthcare by launching various initiatives to provide specialized medical services within the state.
Significant investments have been made to procure advanced medical equipment for medical colleges, reducing the need for patients to seek treatment outside the state.
Super-specialist doctors and MDs would play a crucial role in strengthening healthcare services, ensuring better patient outcomes and making quality medical care more accessible to the people of Himachal.
