NIMHANS declared institution of national importance, Bill provides corporate status

This Bill declares the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bangalore to be an institution of national importance and provides for its incorporation as a body corporate. It establishes the legal framework for the Institute's governance, functions, and management.

The Bill applies to the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences, Bangalore, its staff, and its governing body. It also involves the Central Government, the Government of Karnataka, and Members of Parliament who serve on the Institute's membership.

• Declares NIMHANS Bangalore as an institution of national importance.
• Constitutes the Institute as a body corporate with perpetual succession and a common seal.
• Defines the composition of the Institute, including the Minister of Health and Family Welfare as President, ex officio members from central and state governments, and nominated/elected members.
• Establishes a Governing Body to act as the executive committee of the Institute.
• Specifies the appointment of a Director as the chief executive officer, serving a five-year term or until age 65.
• Outlines the objects of the Institute, focusing on medical education, research, and training in mental health and neuro-science.
• Grants powers to the Institute to establish hospitals, nursing colleges, and other health training institutions.
• Allows the Institute to grant medical degrees, diplomas, and academic distinctions.
• Provides for the transfer of service of existing employees to the Institute.
• Empowers the Central Government to make rules and regulations for the Institute's administration.

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