In a startling revelation, Assam Police have arrested 17 fake doctors over the last 90 days from a single district, exposing a deep-rooted network of illegal medical practitioners.
Authorities say these self-proclaimed “doctors” had been treating patients in rural clinics and private chambers without valid medical degrees or registration.
The crackdown comes after multiple reports of botched treatments and fake prescriptions endangering lives.
The Crackdown
The arrests were made as part of a coordinated drive by the Health Department and District Police after complaints from locals and medical associations.
During raids across several villages, officials discovered:
Unlicensed clinics operating under fake MBBS certificates.
Counterfeit medical equipment and expired drugs.
Forged registration numbers from other states.
Police confirmed that case files have been opened against each of the 17 accused under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Clinical Establishments Act.
Why the District Became a Hub
Investigations suggest the district became a hotspot for fake practitioners due to:
Shortage of certified doctors in rural areas.
Easy access to counterfeit degrees available online.
High patient dependency on local healers and low-cost medical services.
Officials believe that organized rackets may be facilitating the spread of fake medical certificates from neighboring regions.
Authorities Speak
A senior health official said:
“This is just the tip of the iceberg. We are tracking a larger network of fake medical practitioners operating across multiple districts.”
The Assam Medical Council has begun verifying all registered doctors in the region to prevent further malpractice.
Impact on Locals
Residents expressed fear and outrage as many had unknowingly consulted these quacks for years.
Health camps have now been set up by the district administration to offer free check-ups and genuine medical guidance to affected families.
Next Steps
Continued raids in neighboring districts.
Strict verification of medical licenses.
Awareness drives to help citizens identify qualified practitioners.
The government has urged citizens to report suspicious clinics and avoid consulting doctors without valid registration numbers.
FAQs
1. How many fake doctors were arrested?
17 quacks were arrested in 90 days from a single district.
2. Why is this happening in Assam?
Due to doctor shortages, poor regulation, and fake certificate rackets.
3. What action has the government taken?
Raids, arrests, verification drives, and awareness campaigns are underway.
4. How can patients verify a doctor’s credentials?
By checking the Assam Medical Council registration or visiting NMC’s official website.
5. What are the charges against the accused?
They face charges under IPC and Clinical Establishment Act for fraud and endangering life.
Published on : 3rd November
Published by : SMITA
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