Hyderabad: The Telangana Medical Council (TGMC) has initiated a probe into the shocking death of a minor patient at Balaji Nursing Home in Thorrur, following an injection administered by a doctor. The Council took suo moto cognizance of the case after it was reported in a local newspaper on February 6, 2025.
Incident Details
The victim, Dasaroju Siddharth, a 9th-grade student from Kantaipalem, had been suffering from fever and cold for 2–3 days. His mother, Dasaroju Nagamani, took him to Balaji Nursing Home for treatment. After an examination, the attending doctor prescribed certain tests and administered an injection. Within seconds of receiving the shot, Siddharth allegedly collapsed and died.
Council’s Immediate Action
The TGMC has directed the Medical Superintendent and two doctors associated with the nursing home—Dr. P. Vikas (General Physician) and Dr. Balne Poornima (Consultant)—to submit detailed explanations along with the medical investigations recommended for the patient.
Additionally, the Medical Superintendent has been asked to provide:
- A detailed affidavit explaining the circumstances leading to the patient’s death.
- Copies of the hospital’s registration certificate.
- The medical registration certificates of the involved doctors.
The Council has mandated that these documents be submitted within seven days, warning that failure to comply will result in the case being placed before the Ethics Committee for further action.
Allegations of Malpractice
TGMC’s preliminary findings suggest that Balaji Nursing Home was allegedly being run by unqualified individuals, with registered medical practitioners working under them. The Council suspects that the facility was involved in unethical medical practices, including:
- Conducting gender determination tests.
- Unnecessary surgeries and diagnostic tests.
- Hiring unregistered or fake doctors.
Response from TGMC Officials
TGMC Vice Chairman Dr. G. Srinivas warned that strict action would be taken against registered doctors collaborating with unqualified medical practitioners. Meanwhile, TGMC Public Relations Committee Chairman Dr. Naresh Kumar announced that cases are being registered under the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act against fake doctors practicing without valid registration.
The Council has urged the public to report quacks or suspicious medical practices by sending prescriptions and doctor details via email to antiquackerytsmc@onlinetsmc.in or WhatsApp at 9154382727, assuring complainants that their identities will remain confidential.
Growing Concerns Over Medical Ethics
This tragic case highlights the ongoing concerns about unregulated private medical practices in Telangana. The incident raises questions about patient safety, the role of oversight bodies, and the accountability of medical professionals working in privately run facilities.
As the investigation unfolds, the Telangana Medical Council’s findings will determine whether legal action will be taken against the doctors and the nursing home management responsible for this fatal lapse in medical care.
