Fake doctors will face stringent action: U.T. Khader
Health Minister U.T. Khader announced that the government will take strict legal action against fake doctors and hold local health officials accountable for such practices. He also addressed food safety concerns and criticized the Enforcement Directorate's actions against political figures as targeted politics.
Why it matters
The announcement highlights government efforts to regulate healthcare quality and public safety while reflecting ongoing political tensions regarding investigative agencies.
Health and Family Welfare Minister U.T. Khader said on Saturday (September 12) that stringent legal action would be taken against fake doctors and that District Health Officers (DHOs) and Taluk Health Officers (THOs) could also be held accountable if such practitioners were found operating in their jurisdictions.
Speaking to presspersons in Dharwad, Mr. Khader said an official order to this effect would be issued shortly.
“If a fake doctor is found during an inspection, the concerned DHO will be held responsible and action will be taken,” he said.
On the sale of tobacco products, Mr. Khader said the government had prohibited the sale of paan masala and gutka containing tobacco and nicotine. He urged people to remain aware of the health risks associated with tobacco and refrain from its use.
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