Strict Action Taken Against Medical Officers Over Corruption, Absenteeism and Administrative Lapses
The Uttar Pradesh government has intensified its crackdown on alleged negligence and corruption in the state health department by dismissing five medical officers from service and initiating disciplinary proceedings against 16 health officials across multiple districts.
Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who also handles the health portfolio, said the state government was following a “zero tolerance” policy towards negligence in healthcare services and warned that no compromise with patients’ lives would be tolerated.
According to reports, the dismissed doctors were posted at District Hospital Gorakhpur, Kushinagar, Balrampur, Community Health Centre (CHC) Jagdishpur in Amethi, and CHC Dibiyapur in Auraiya. All five medical officers were found guilty of remaining absent from duty for extended periods without authorisation.
Action Against Senior Health Officials in Ambedkar Nagar
In Ambedkar Nagar district, departmental proceedings have been initiated against the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Deputy CMO over alleged irregularities in the registration and renewal of private hospitals, nursing homes, and ultrasound centres.
Officials were accused of ignoring government directives and misusing their official positions. The action was taken following an inquiry conducted by a three-member committee headed by an ADM-level officer.
Hardoi and Prayagraj Officials Face Departmental Inquiry
In Hardoi district, the Medical Superintendent of Sandila has been directed to face a departmental inquiry for allegedly failing to act against illegally operated private hospitals and for dereliction of duty.
The Hardoi CMO has also been asked to explain the appointment of a junior medical officer to a senior post despite the availability of senior doctors.
Meanwhile, at Meja CHC in Prayagraj, the superintendent has been transferred and disciplinary proceedings initiated against him over alleged administrative negligence and failure to maintain control over subordinate staff.
Sultanpur, Mathura and Other Districts Under Scanner
The Health Department has also ordered action against the Superintendent of Lambhua CHC, a Medical Officer, and a pharmacist in Sultanpur district over alleged negligence in the treatment of a woman patient.
In Mathura district, the Emergency Medical Officer and a surgeon at the District Hospital will face departmental proceedings over alleged irregularities in medical examination procedures.
Officials posted in Balrampur, Varanasi, Budaun, Kheri, and Sambhal districts are also under investigation for alleged negligence and administrative lapses.
Doctor Accused of Misbehaviour in Budaun
An Associate Professor from the Orthopaedics Department at Government Medical College, Budaun, will also face disciplinary action for allegedly misbehaving and using abusive language against a woman medical officer and another doctor.
Salary Increments Withheld in Multiple Cases
The Uttar Pradesh government has additionally imposed punishments and censures on several doctors across districts.
The deputation of a doctor serving with the State Health Agency under the cashless medical scheme has been cancelled, and the official has been sent back to the original posting in Rae Bareli.
Three annual salary increments of a gynaecologist in Hamirpur were permanently stopped over allegations of extorting money from pregnant women and misbehaving with patients.
Four salary increments of a doctor in Balrampur and two increments of a doctor in Jhansi have also been withheld.
An orthopaedic surgeon posted at the Trauma Centre in Moth, Jhansi, was awarded censure punishment along with the stoppage of two salary increments after allegations of private practice against him were found to be true.
UP Government Reiterates Zero Tolerance Policy
Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said the government remained committed to ensuring transparency, accountability, and discipline in public healthcare services.
He added that strict action against erring officials would continue in the interest of patient welfare and improving healthcare delivery across the state.
