By ETF Desk
In a move to reinforce accountability in medical practice, a regulatory body has levied a total of ₹3 crore in fines against 24 hospitals for various breaches and negligence in patient care. The penalty, announced today, targets institutions that failed to adhere to prescribed medical protocols and faced oversight failures.
The list prominently features Jaipur-based firms such as Manipal Hospitals, Soni General Hospital, and Indus Healthcare, alongside a diverse group of other national facilities that faced infractions ranging from improper sterilisation to inadequate patient monitoring. The fine amounts vary by institution, reflecting the severity and frequency of infractions.
These fines signal a tightening of regulatory scrutiny in the healthcare sector and underscore the government's determination to enforce strict compliance. The affected hospitals will be required to implement corrective measures within a stipulated timeframe, or face further sanctions. Source: Google News – Manipal.