Archive · 25 Oct 2025
Assam CM Warns of Growing Medical Malpractice
Imagine people pretending to be doctors who aren't really qualified.
The Chief Minister of Assam is worried because there are many fake doctors, called "quacks", in the state.
They have degrees from places that are not recognized and don't have the right training.
Police have already arrested some of these fake doctors, especially in a place called Cachar.
The government wants to stop these fake doctors because they could be hurting people.
They're also asking hospitals and the public to help find and report these unqualified practitioners.
Assam Chief Minister warns against medical malpractice across the state.
The Chief Minister highlighted the rise of unqualified medical practitioners.
Cachar Police have arrested 14 individuals for practicing medicine illegally.
The Chief Minister urges vigilance from private hospitals and medical colleges.
Public is encouraged to report suspicious practitioners and fraudulent practices.
- Who
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Cachar Police.
- What
- Warning against medical malpractice and the rise of fake doctors.
- When
- The Chief Minister addressed the press on Friday; Cachar Police arrested 14 individuals.
- Where
- Assam, specifically Silchar and Cachar district.
- Why
- To address the growing issue of unqualified medical practitioners endangering patients' lives.
- Event
- Crackdown on medical malpractice in Assam
- Key Figure
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Main Issue
- Rise of unqualified medical practitioners (quacks)
- Arrests in Cachar
- 14 individuals
- Key Accused Arrested
- Jayanta Prasad Das