Goa Ayurvedic Council Flags Major Violations at Porvorim Panchakarma Centre
In a major crackdown on alleged illegal medical practices, the Goa Council of Ayurvedic and Other Allied Indian Systems of Medicine has filed a formal complaint against an ayurveda hospital and panchakarma centre located in Porvorim for allegedly operating without several mandatory statutory licences and approvals.
According to reports, council president Dr. Sneha Bhagwat stated that an inspection conducted at the facility uncovered multiple irregularities, including the absence of valid registrations for most of the doctors practising there.
Most Doctors Allegedly Unregistered with Goa Ayurvedic Council
During the inspection, officials reportedly found that only two local practitioners at the establishment were registered with the Goa Ayurvedic Council, while the remaining doctors were allegedly practising without valid registration.
Based on these findings, Dr. Bhagwat submitted complaints to the North Goa Superintendent of Police, the North Goa Collector, and the state health department, seeking strict legal action against the establishment.
The council has also demanded immediate suspension of the facility’s operations until it secures all mandatory licences, registrations, and statutory clearances required under the law.
Panchakarma Treatments, Medicines Dispensed Without Pharmacy Licence
Speaking to media, Dr. Bhagwat alleged that the establishment was carrying out panchakarma and naturopathy treatments and dispensing medicines without possessing a valid pharmacy licence.
The inspection further reportedly revealed the absence of:
- Clinical Establishment Licence
- Pollution Control Board clearance
- Fire No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Mandatory statutory approvals
- Valid health cards for employees
Officials also claimed that although the centre projected itself as a 30-bedded hospital, it failed to produce legal documents supporting the claim during the inspection.
Council Raises Concern Over Patient Safety
The Goa Ayurvedic Council expressed serious concern that the continued operation of the ayurveda and panchakarma centre without mandatory approvals could pose significant risks to public health and patient safety.
The incident has once again highlighted growing concerns regarding unregulated healthcare establishments and the need for stricter monitoring of alternative medicine centres across the country.
Similar Case of Fake Doctor Reported Earlier
Earlier, a similar incident was reported in Siddipet, where the Telangana Medical Council allegedly exposed a man posing as a doctor in the critical care department of a private hospital despite lacking recognised medical qualifications.
The case came to light during an inspection conducted by the council, raising fresh questions over credential verification and regulatory oversight in healthcare institutions.
