A strong healthcare system is critical to a country's development, and having well-trained medical professionals is essential to accomplishing that goal. India has to significantly boost the number of certified medical staff to satisfy the needs of its rising population. Medical education is critical to the healthcare system, and student doctors are the most important stakeholders.

Therefore, taking this into consideration, we have focused on the MBBS education landscape in India, in this issue. The cover story of this issue features Sikkim Manipal University of Medical Sciences (SMIMS). Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and accredited A+ by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), SMIMS has been inspiring students to serve locally, nationally and internationally while pushing the frontiers of knowledge and educational innovation. SMIMS continuously contributes to the enhancement of medical education in India in several ways. As the only medical college in Sikkim, it caters to the north-eastern student population and offers evidence-based, quality-enriched education.

This issue also features Believers Church Medical College Hospital. Believers Church Medical College Hospital is one pioneering educational institution that is driven by the ultimate goal of serving humanity and is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and healing. The institution looks ahead to train young men and women for healing by introducing training programs in medical, nursing and allied health sciences.

After scrutinizing the top MBBS colleges in India, Higher Education Review has selected the top performers who have showcased exceptional academic expertise. With the intent to transform the lives of students, these colleges have exhibited the acumen to adapt to the evolution of the educational field and help students emerge victorious.

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