Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Kannur's 'Two-Rupee Doctor' AK Rairu Gopal Passes Away
Dr. AK Rairu Gopal, a doctor in Kerala, who was known as the 'two-rupee doctor', has passed away.
He was famous for charging very little money, so that everyone could get medical help.
He served the community for over 50 years.
He saw many patients each day, starting very early in the morning, and often provided free medicines to those who couldn't afford them.
In his lifetime, he treated an estimated 18 lakh patients.
Dr. AK Rairu Gopal, known as the 'two-rupee doctor,' died at 80.
He served patients for over 50 years in Kannur, Kerala.
He initially charged Rs 2 for consultations, later increasing to Rs 10.
He treated hundreds of patients daily, often starting at 4 or 6 am.
He provided free medicine and consultations to those in need.
- Who
- Dr. AK Rairu Gopal.
- What
- Dr. AK Rairu Gopal passed away.
- When
- Saturday.
- Where
- Kannur, Kerala.
- Why
- He passed away due to age-related illness.
- Name
- Dr. AK Rairu Gopal
- Known As
- 'Two-Rupee Doctor'
- Age
- 80
- Location
- Kannur, Kerala
- Service
- Over 50 years
- Consultation Fee
- Rs 2 (initially), Rs 10 (later)
- Patients Treated (estimated)
- 18 lakh
