Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Kerala Doctor's Revelations on Equipment Shortage Spark Controversy
A doctor in a Kerala hospital said they don't have enough tools, causing delays in surgeries.
He told his bosses, but nothing changed.
The government is now investigating.
The Health Minister agrees there are problems, but others disagree.
The opposition is also involved, saying this shows bigger issues in healthcare.
The doctor worries about being punished.
The minister agrees that there may be a need to relax rules on equipment procurement.
A doctor at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital revealed equipment shortages and surgery delays.
The doctor, Dr. Haris Chirakkal, had previously raised the issue with officials without resolution.
The Health Department has ordered an inquiry into the doctor's claims.
The Health Minister described the doctor as a hardworking medical professional and assured thorough examination of his statements.
The opposition UDF criticized the Health Department and plans to investigate the health sector.
- Who
- Dr. Haris Chirakkal, a senior government doctor and head of the Urology Department, made the initial disclosure.
- What
- A government doctor's disclosure of equipment shortages and surgery delays at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital sparked controversy.
- When
- The issue came to light on Saturday, with the controversy continuing into Sunday.
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital in Kerala.
- Why
- Dr. Chirakkal revealed the issues due to repeated failures to resolve equipment shortages, causing delays in surgeries.
Doctor's Perspective
Government's Response
Equipment Availability
Doctor's Perspective
Dr. Chirakkal states there are equipment shortages causing delays.
Government's Response
DME claims equipment has been purchased, and delays are technical.
Action on Complaints
Doctor's Perspective
The doctor has raised concerns repeatedly.
Government's Response
Health Department is examining statements
Surgery Delays
Doctor's Perspective
Surgeries are being delayed.
Government's Response
Government says they are ensuring equipment are available.
- Hospital
- Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital
- Doctor
- Dr. Haris Chirakkal
- Department
- Urology
- Health Minister
- Veena George
- Action
- Health Department ordered an inquiry
- Opposition
- UDF
