April 29th 2024.
According to sources, Nayagarh has been plagued by the presence of quacks and fake doctors for almost two decades now. These individuals have managed to establish themselves as the primary healthcare providers in the district, as neither the Health department nor the police have taken appropriate action against them. This issue has been brought to light multiple times, with one of the most notable incidents being the discovery of six under-developed fetuses in Duburi on July 14, 2007. It has been alleged that these fake doctors have been able to thrive due to their connections with political figures.
Despite the gravity of the situation, sources reveal that these fake doctors have been able to evade punishment with the help of a section of the district administration. Even though there have been instances where action has been taken, it has only been after media coverage. For instance, two fake doctors running illegal abortion clinics in Jharpada were only caught after the issue was brought to the attention of the media. However, there are still many such clinics operating in various parts of the district, offering services such as dental surgeries and treatment for various diseases, without the required expertise.
It is estimated that there are at least 15 private clinics in Nayagarh, most of which are owned by fake doctors. Despite being registered with the state government, these clinics continue to operate without facing any consequences. In some cases, these quacks and fake doctors have even performed risky surgeries, endangering the lives of their patients. While some have been arrested in the past, they have managed to resume their practices once released on bail. Locals have also raised concerns about illegal abortions being conducted without proper permission under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.
One such incident occurred on August 30, 2021, when the 'Aditya Hospital and Clinic' in Nayagarh was raided after news of illegal abortions surfaced. Five individuals, including the proprietor, two nurses, a middleman, and another person, were arrested and are currently in custody. This led to expectations of a crackdown on such illegal practices, but nothing concrete has been done yet. There are also allegations that the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act of 1994 is not being effectively implemented in Nayagarh.
When contacted, the chief district medical officer, Ramakant Panda, stated that raids are being conducted on a regular basis and will continue in the future. However, it is clear that more needs to be done in order to address this long-standing issue and ensure the safety and well-being of the people in Nayagarh. It is high time for the authorities to take strict action against these quacks and fake doctors, and for the district administration to stop turning a blind eye to their activities. The health and lives of the citizens should be the top priority, and the presence of these unqualified and illegal healthcare providers must be eradicated for good.
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