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Section 63 of The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021

(1)The Central Government may, from time to time, issue such directions to the Commission, as in the opinion of Government are conducive for the fulfilment of the objects of this Act and in the discharge of its functions.
(2)Any direction issued under sub-section (1) may include directions to the Commission to make any regulations or to amend or revoke any regulations already made.

Summary

(1) The Central Government may, from time to time, issue such directions to the Commission, as in the opinion of Government are conducive for the fulfilment of the objects of this Act and in the discharge of its functions.
(2) Any direction issued under sub-section (1) may include directions to the.

Practical examples

1In November 2024, the Central Government determines that the Commission needs to focus more on rural health access. It issues a formal direction to the Commission to prioritize these areas in its next strategic plan.

2The Ministry of Health notices a regulation about student fees is causing confusion. On February 5, 2025, they use Section 63 to direct the Commission to rewrite that specific regulation to make it clearer for the public.

3A new health emergency arises in July 2025. The Central Government issues a direction under Section 63 to the Commission to revoke an old regulation that is slowing down the hiring of emergency lab technicians.

FAQ

1. Can the Central Government tell the National Commission what to do?

Yes, under Section 63 of The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021, the Central Government can issue directions to the Commission that it believes will help fulfill the goals of the Act.

2. Does the Central Government have the power to change Commission regulations?

Yes, Section 63 of the Act specifies that government directions can include instructions to the Commission to make, change, or cancel any regulations.

3. What is the purpose of the directions mentioned in Section 63 of the 2021 Act?

The directions are issued when the government believes they are necessary for the Commission to discharge its functions or fulfill the objects of The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 63 of The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021, who has the authority to issue directions to the Commission?

Q2.According to Section 63 of the 2021 Act, what can a government direction specifically include regarding regulations?

Q3.For what reason can the Central Government issue directions under Section 63 of the Allied and Healthcare Professions Act?

Q4.If the Central Government issues a direction to the Commission under Section 63, what is the scope of that direction?

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