On 19 Jan 2010, the HRD Ministry has decided to de-recognize 44 deemed universities across the country, 3 out of the 44 entities are located in Maharashtra. Atleast 2 of them, namely Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Satara and D Y Patil Medical College, Kolhapur are involved in medical/dental education. Lack of adequate facilities and infrastructure has been cited as the reason towards this step. Education of students enrolled in medical or dental courses will not be affected by this move as the colleges have been advised to affiliate with the State university. Another 44 deemed universities whose names have not been disclosed have been asked to take measures to make good the deficiencies within a period of three years.
All admissions made in a deemed university supervised by government bodies. The government should conduct surprise raids so that the education system is well protected.