24 Hospitals Penalized ₹3 Crore for Violations

The Indian Medical Council announced today that 24 hospitals across the country have been fined a combined total of ₹3 crore for failing to meet mandatory healthcare standards. The penalties cover a range of violations, including inadequate staffing, substandard sanitation, and unauthorized treatment practices.

Key institutions on the list include Jaipur city’s prominent Manipal Hospital, Soni Care Centre, and Indus Health Clinic, all of which have been cited for repeated lapses in maintaining essential medical protocols. The Council’s decision follows a series of inspections that revealed systemic non‑compliance in numerous facilities, prompting enforcement actions to safeguard patient safety.

Hospital administrators have stated that the fines will be used to upgrade infrastructure, hire additional qualified staff, and implement rigorous monitoring systems. The Council warned that institutions not addressing the issues may face license revocation or permanent closure, underscoring the importance of adherence to national healthcare regulations. Source: Google News – Manipal.