BJ Medical College: Exams Canceled After Hostel Crash
Breaking news: B.J. Medical College has canceled exams following the devastating Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad. Hundreds of medical students are traumatized,with many returning home after the plane crashed into a hostel. The college has also canceled summer vacation for its faculty to assist victims.Over 200 students have left their hostels, and at least 40 are experiencing deep shock. Examinations will be rescheduled. The mess building, used as a hostel, sustained a direct hit. all medical staff are now on duty, addressing urgent needs at Civil Hospital. Follow News Directory 3 for the latest updates as BJMC assesses student well-being and plans support services. Discover what’s next as the college announces new examination dates.
Ahmedabad Plane crash Disrupts Medical Student Exams, Causes Trauma
In the aftermath of the air India Flight AI-171 crash near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, B.J. Medical College (BJMC) in Ahmedabad has postponed all internal examinations for MBBS students. The plane crash, which impacted a hostel housing medical students, has led to importent disruption and trauma.
BJMC has also canceled the summer vacation for its medical faculty and doctors, directing them to assist in the care of those injured in the plane crash. The decision affects more than 500 students, particularly those in their first and second years, many of whom resided in the damaged hostel building.
Following the incident, over 200 students, including MBBS residents, have left their hostels, returning home due to the trauma and fear caused by the accident.College sources indicate that at least 40 students present during the crash are experiencing deep shock and distress.
Officials said examinations will be rescheduled once the students have recovered from the psychological impact of the event.A senior BJMC official confirmed the postponement, citing the students’ mental and emotional state and the logistical challenges caused by the collapse of the hostel mess building.
The mess building, which housed the students’ hostel and dining area, sustained a direct hit from the aircraft’s wing during the crash. The mess, located on the first and second floors, is now inaccessible, leaving residents and interns without regular meals and basic services.
the second phase of the summer break,initially scheduled to begin June 13,has been canceled. All medical staff are now required to report for duty starting June 14 to address the urgent medical needs arising from the plane crash and the ongoing treatment of injured victims at Civil Hospital, were BJMC doctors are providing care.
Meanwhile, Rishabh Rupani, son of Vijay Rupani, arrived in Gandhinagar from the United States on Saturday. Anjali Rupani,his wife,returned from London on Friday via a chartered flight.Senior BJP leaders, including Health Minister Rushikesh Patel, Union Minister Parshottam Rupala, and other party members and relatives, have been visiting the Rupani family’s residence in Gandhinagar to offer condolences. Party sources indicate that the last rites will be held in Rajkot, the late leader’s hometown.
What’s next
BJMC will assess the psychological well-being of its students and make arrangements for counseling and support services. The college will announce revised examination dates once the situation stabilizes and students are prepared to resume their studies.