Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticized the BJP-led state government for the slow progress in constructing the Marwar Medical University. Gehlot accused the government of neglecting the region’s development, stating that the Rs 500 crore project has suffered due to official apathy. He emphasized that the completion deadline of March 31, 2027, seems unrealistic given the current pace of work.
In his digital series “Intezaar Shastra,” Gehlot expressed disappointment over what he called a deliberate lack of attention towards Marwar. He highlighted the government’s alleged neglect of both the Marwar Medical University and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, attributing it to short-sightedness. Gehlot remarked that the people of the region are growing impatient with the delayed implementation of crucial projects.
The Marwar Medical University was initially proposed in the Congress government’s 2023–24 budget to enhance medical education and research in western Rajasthan, particularly in Jodhpur. Gehlot noted that the project aimed to boost healthcare infrastructure and benefit various institutions across the region. Despite the allocation of 100 bighas of land and a budget of Rs 500 crore for the university, Gehlot criticized the slow progress and limited facilities, with the institution currently operating from just three rooms.
Expressing skepticism about meeting the 2027 deadline, Gehlot cautioned that without significant acceleration, the project might face further delays. He underscored the importance of expediting the construction to fulfill the aspirations of the people of Marwar.
