She was set to become the first doctor in her family after joining the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) in Katra. Also a first-generation medical student, he says the day he cleared NEET was a day of “unmatched joy” at his household. While going to a government medical college would have been cheaper, his parents, like those of many in the institute, did everything they could to help their children achieve their dreams. Also read | Vaishno Devi medical college tried to expand student pool thrice, was rejected each timeShe also points out that the deficiencies cited in cancelling admissions at the college came as a shock to students. Manit, a Hindu student from Udhampur in Jammu, calls the decision to cancel admissions at the college “reckless”.

Source: Indian Express January 11, 2026 03:17 UTC