“Vikasana” — Fostering Academic Excellence at BGS Medical College and Hospital, Nagaruru
Program Details
BGS Medical College and Hospital, Nagarur, under the aegis of Adichunchanagiri University, conducted an academic programme titled “Vikasana” — Fostering Academic Excellence on 11th February 2026 at the MEU Hall. The session focused on “Quality Assurance in Theory-Based Assessment: Question Paper Setting and Assessment Benchmarks.”
The programme was organized by the Medical Education Unit (MEU) with the objective of strengthening assessment practices and promoting competency-based medical education through structured and quality-driven evaluation methods.
Event Proceedings
The session was graced by Dr. Munir Ahmed, MD (Hom), MBA (Edn Mgt), PG Dip Med Ed, Dip TESOL, as the Guest Speaker. Dr. Munir Ahmed is the Head of Academics, Shiksha X, Bengaluru, and the Former Director of the RGUHS Academic and Administrative Training Institute (RAATI).
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. K.S. Gangadhara, MEU Chairman and Dean cum Principal, and Dr. V R Krishnamurthy, Chief of the Hospital and coordinated by Dr. Satish S. Patil, Professor of Physiology and MEU Coordinator, along with the active support of Team MEU, BGS MCH. Dr. Sandhya Rani, Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, was the master of ceremony.
Dr. Munir Ahmed delivered an insightful and structured presentation addressing the principles of quality assurance in theory-based assessments. The session emphasized the importance of systematic question paper setting, maintaining assessment benchmarks, and aligning evaluations with competency-based curricula. Faculty members from various departments of BGSMCH, Adichunchanagiri Ayurvedic Medical College, BGS VINS, BGS VIPT, BGS VIAHS, actively participated in the interactive discussions that followed the presentation.
The session was graced by Dr. Munir Ahmed, MD (Hom), MBA (Edn Mgt), PG Dip Med Ed, Dip TESOL, as the Guest Speaker. Dr. Munir Ahmed is the Head of Academics, Shiksha X, Bengaluru, and the Former Director of the RGUHS Academic and Administrative Training Institute (RAATI).
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. K.S. Gangadhara, MEU Chairman and Dean cum Principal, and Dr. V R Krishnamurthy, Chief of the Hospital and coordinated by Dr. Satish S. Patil, Professor of Physiology and MEU Coordinator, along with the active support of Team MEU, BGS MCH. Dr. Sandhya Rani, Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, was the master of ceremony.
Dr. Munir Ahmed delivered an insightful and structured presentation addressing the principles of quality assurance in theory-based assessments. The session emphasized the importance of systematic question paper setting, maintaining assessment benchmarks, and aligning evaluations with competency-based curricula. Faculty members from various departments of BGSMCH, Adichunchanagiri Ayurvedic Medical College, BGS VINS, BGS VIPT, BGS VIAHS, actively participated in the interactive discussions that followed the presentation.
Conclusion
The programme concluded with a note of appreciation to the Guest Speaker for his valuable insights and expert guidance. The initiative reaffirmed BGS Medical College and Hospital’s commitment to academic excellence and continuous faculty development in medical education.
The Medical Education Unit expressed gratitude to the leadership of the institution, the resource person, and all participating faculty members for contributing to the success of the event.
Such academic engagements under the banner of “Vikasana” continue to reinforce the institution’s dedication to quality-driven education and assessment practices.
Outcome of the Program
This structured program enhanced the teaching, learning, and assessment skills of medical faculty, aligning with the Competency-Based Medical Education framework prescribed by the National Medical Commission.
