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Indian Nursing Council withdraws recognition for B.Sc(N) course at Sengunthar College of Nursing effective 26.10.2024 due to deficiencies.

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The Indian Nursing Council, exercising powers under Section 14 of the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, withdraws recognition of the B.Sc(N) course at Sengunthar College of Nursing, Tamil Nadu, effective from 26.10.2024. This decision follows an inspection report dated 27.09.2023, which revealed significant deficiencies, particularly in clinical and teaching facilities, rendering the institution unable to conduct the B.Sc(N) program. Notices for withdrawal were issued on 03.05.2024 to the Tamil Nadu government and the college, but no recommendations or responses were received. Graduates of the B.Sc(N) course from Sengunthar College of Nursing after 26.10.2024 will only be eligible for registration as nurses within Tamil Nadu.

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REGD. No. D. L.-33004/99 The Gazette of India CG-DL-E-25032025-261907 EXTRAORDINARY PART III-Section 4 PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY No. 225] NEW DELHI, FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025/PHALGUNA 30, 1946 INDIAN NURSING COUNCIL WITHDRAWAL ORDER New Delhi, the 10th March, 2025 F.No. 18-29/15242-INC: In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 14 of Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947 (XLVIII of 1947), the Indian Nursing Council hereby issues the following order:— Whereas, Sengunthar College of Nursing situated at Kumaramangalam Po, Tiruchengode, Distt. Namakkal - 637205 Tamilnadu is recognized by State Government of Tamil Nadu and Tamil Nadu Nurses & Midwives Council to conduct B.Sc(N) Course. Whereas, a notice no. 18-29/15242-INC(57116) dated 03/05/2024 for withdrawal of Recognition under section 14 of Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947 addressed to the Secretary (Health & FW), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, 4th Floor, Fort St. George, Secretariat, Chennai 600009, Tamil Nadu was issued. Copy of the notice dated 03/05/2024 was also enclosed to, Sengunthar College of Nursing situated at Kumaramangalam Po, Tiruchengode, Distt. Namakkal – 637205 Tamilnadu In the notice issued, the State Government was requested to submit their recommendations to the Council as respects Suitability of the nursing institution. Whereas, the Council has not received any recommendation from the State Government as respects the case of Sengunthar College of Nursing Even the institution Sengunthar College of Nursing has not responded to the notices issued. Whereas, the Council has considered the matter in its entirety. Perusal of the inspection report dated 27/09/2023 would show that the institution is deficient in many respects especially those relating to deficiencies i.e., clinical and teaching facilities. These are serious deficiencies which constitute that the institution is unable to run B.Sc(N) Course Now therefore, the Council exercising powers under section 14(3) (b) declares that with effect from 26/10/2024 any person holding a recognized qualification of B.Sc(N) Course from Sengunthar College of Nursing situated at Kumaramangalam Po, Tiruchengode, Distt. Namakkal - 637205Tamilnadu shall be entitled to be registered only in the State of Tamilnadu. Lt. Col. (Dr.) SARVJEET KAUR, Secy. [ADVT.-III/4/Exty./1087/2024-25]

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