Kathmandu — Nepal Medical College (NMC), located in Jorpati, once regarded as a prestigious institution for medical education, is now increasingly associated with fear, coercion, and unchecked corruption. Widespread allegations of administrative irregularities, professional misconduct, and discriminatory practices have raised serious concerns about the institution’s credibility and academic environment.

According to credible sources, a power nexus involving Medical Director Dr. Neelmani Upadhyay, Chairman Prof. Dr. Jainuddin Ansari, and Managing Director Dr. Sabiha Yashmine has transformed NMC into what many allege to be a profit-driven syndicate. The consequences of this alleged collusion have affected not only Nepali students but also international students from India, many of whom are reportedly under extreme psychological stress.

Resident doctors at the college have claimed that they have not received their government-sanctioned stipends for several months. When they raised their voices, they were allegedly threatened with the withholding of their character certificates—a document crucial for their professional future. “We came here to learn medicine, not to live in fear,” said one visibly distressed medical student.

Faculty members and administrative staff have also voiced frustrations. Allegations state that NMC has failed to pay even the minimum salaries set by the government’s eighth-level pay scale. Several senior doctors have reportedly resigned after being subjected to humiliation, overwork, and neglect. Consequently, medical services at the hospital have deteriorated, patients are avoiding the facility, and hospital beds remain largely unoccupied.

Discriminatory behavior against female staff has also surfaced. Employees allege that women have been instructed to wear long, conservative dresses—even outside hospital premises—and have described this as a subtle attempt to enforce religious conservatism resembling Islamic Sharia law. “We are healthcare professionals, not agents of religious doctrine,” remarked one female staff member.

In another serious allegation, a nurse without a valid license has allegedly been appointed as the head matron—raising legal and ethical red flags. Staff members claim that when they attempt to report misconduct, they are threatened with underworld-style warnings. “We’ve been told our careers will be destroyed,” said one source, adding that these threats are believed to have come directly from Dr. Sabiha Yashmine.

The environment at NMC’s sister institution, National Medical College in Birgunj, appears no better. Staff there report similar intimidation, unfair practices, and fear-based management. “We can’t tell whether we’re working in a hospital or a prison,” said one employee.

NMC offers programs affiliated with Kathmandu University, including MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, BSc Nursing, among others. However, recent developments have led to growing concerns among students and parents alike that the institution no longer offers a safe, ethical, or academically enriching environment. The increasing dissatisfaction among Indian students in particular is believed to be damaging Nepal’s reputation as a trusted destination for medical education.

The current crisis at NMC raises urgent questions: Is medical education in Nepal still a noble public service, or has it been hijacked by private interests and power-hungry administrators? When those in leadership fail to uphold basic standards of integrity, accountability, and ethics, it’s the entire nation’s medical future that hangs in the balance.

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Editorial Note:
In connection with these allegations, we contacted Mr. Hari Tripathi, Head of Human Resources at Nepal Medical College. He denied all accusations and stated that conditions at the college are normal. He further clarified that the phone number we contacted was his personal number and suggested that any official queries be directed to the principal’s office. Should Nepal Medical College wish to publicly share their official statement, we are committed to publishing their version of events in full alignment with journalistic ethics.

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Clarification by Dr. Neelmani Upadhyay Regarding Recent Allegations

Following the publication of our recent investigative news article regarding alleged misconduct and administrative concerns at Nepal Medical College (NMC), we have received a response from Dr. Neelmani Upadhyay, Medical Director at the institution. His message reads as follows:

“Dear Chief Editor of this newspaper, I request you to kindly verify the facts before publishing such news. I, Dr. Neelmani Upadhyay, would like to clarify that I am not involved in any financial matters. The student-related affairs are handled by the Principal of Nepal Medical College. My role is strictly limited to overseeing the day-to-day clinical operations of the hospital. I kindly urge you to make necessary corrections in your publication, as failure to do so may lead to serious consequences. Regards.”

We appreciate Dr. Upadhyay’s communication and respectfully acknowledge his statement. As a media institution committed to fairness and journalistic ethics, we remain open to publishing clarifications, comments, or rebuttals from all involved parties.

Should Nepal Medical College wish to provide an official institutional response, we will publish it with equal prominence.

Nepal Medical College Dr. Neelmani Upadhyay Dr. Sabiha Yashmine