PM&DC expresses concern over medical college's incident

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) on Friday expressed deep sorrow and serious concern over the tragic death of Fahmeeda Laghari, a third-year medical student at Muhammad Medical College, Mirpurkhas

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Apr, 2026) The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) on Friday expressed deep sorrow and serious concern over the tragic death of Fahmeeda Laghari, a third-year medical student at Muhammad Medical College, Mirpurkhas.

In an official statement, PM&DC President Prof. Dr. Rizwan Taj strongly condemned the circumstances surrounding the incident, particularly the reported allegations of harassment.

He described the loss of a young medical student under such distressing conditions as deeply alarming.

Dr. Taj welcomed the inquiry initiated by the Government of Sindh and emphasized the need for a transparent and thorough investigation. He said that the findings must be shared with PM&DC to enable further regulatory action.

Reiterating the council’s zero-tolerance policy on harassment, he said that PM&DC had already directed all medical and dental colleges last year to establish anti-harassment committees.

These bodies were responsible for ensuring timely redressal of complaints and safeguarding the mental well-being of students and faculty, he added.

He reminded students that if their concerns were not addressed at the institutional level, they can directly approach the PM&DC Harassment Committee for appropriate action.

Dr. Taj warned that failure to implement these directives or to provide a safe academic environment would constitute a violation of PM&DC regulations.

He stressed that anti-harassment committees were not merely a formality but a critical safeguard for students, and any negligence would invite strict regulatory action.

The PM&DC has sought a complete record of the incident, including the circumstances leading to the student’s death, findings of inquiry committees formed by the institution and the government, and remedial measures taken.

Upon receiving the report, the matter would be referred to the PM&DC disciplinary committee for action against those responsible.

The council extended its condolences to the bereaved family and urged medical institutions across the country to strictly adhere to ethical standards and regulatory guidelines to prevent such incidents in the future.

Dr. Taj reaffirmed that ensuring the safety, dignity, and mental well-being of students remained a top priority, adding that no compromise will be tolerated in this regard.