The Maharashtra government has notified the Bombay High Court that there are more than 20,402 open positions for doctors at various levels in the state hospitals.
This is in contrast to the approved strength of 57,714 posts.Out of these, 893 super speciality cadre positions are unfilled, compared to the 1,707 authorized strength.
The affidavits submitted by four departments of the state in response to the directive dated October 6 has made clear about the vacancies.