The state government has allotted land measuring 33.88 acres for the establishment of this college.

Further, a total of 11.69 lakh square feet area would be constructed on this land. The first phase of construction was completed Aug 31.

The state government is constantly making efforts to seek MCI's recognition for this medical college. The state's Medical Education Minister, Anoop Mishra also took up the issue with Azad.

A team of officials from the MCI has already inspected the site of the medical college at Sagar in June and July and 18 teachers have already been appointed in the college. Also, 77 percent employees at the subordinate level have been recruited. Arrangements have also been made for a laboratory and 342-bed hospital affiliated to the college.