KGMU submits probe report on alleged Rs 2.5 crore medicine scam in Urology Dept
KGMU Report Flags Probe Findings in Urology Scam, Ophthalmology Complaints
Lucknow: In connection with an alleged Rs 2.5 crore medicine scam in the urology department of King George’s Medical University (KGMU) and complaints that ophthalmology patients were being directed to purchase medicines and lenses from select private medical stores, the institute has submitted an investigation report to the Uttar Pradesh government.
Medical Dialogues had previously reported that King George's Medical University (KGMU) has suspended a pharmacist posted at the local purchase counter of its urology department and initiated criminal proceedings against him after an inquiry into alleged irregularities in medicine procurement under the Asadhya Yojana, a government-funded scheme that provides free treatment to economically weaker patients suffering from critical illnesses.
The inquiries were initiated after the state government sought a detailed explanation on both allegations. Acting on the directions of Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, Additional Chief Secretary (Medical Education) Amit Kumar Ghosh had instructed KGMU to furnish a comprehensive report. Subsequently, a government-level committee comprising the secretary and director general of medical education, along with Special Secretary Ravi Ranjan, was constituted to examine the matter.
The investigation into the urology department case focused on alleged irregularities in the procurement and distribution of medicines under the Asadhya Yojana, a government scheme designed to provide treatment support for patients suffering from serious illnesses.
According to the allegations, expensive cancer medicines were reportedly issued in the names of fictitious patients. The investigation examined procurement records, distribution logs, and the role of medical staff involved in the scheme’s implementation.
The second inquiry pertained to allegations that patients in the ophthalmology department were being advised to purchase lenses and medicines from external private medical stores despite availability within the hospital system.
The probe included scrutiny of prescriptions, surgical records, and departmental procedures to assess whether patients were being unnecessarily referred outside.
A five-member KGMU committee collected statements from officials, staff and examined relevant documents before preparing the reports. Sources said the university submitted a report of around three pages along with replies to 20 points raised by the government. Govt will now review the findings and decide on disciplinary action, reports the Economic Times.
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