Three fake Ayurvedic doctors were arrested in Hyderabad, Telangana, for offering fraudulent piles treatment. The doctors, who were not qualified to practice Ayurvedic medicine, were targeting vulnerable patients suffering from piles and other ailments. They would charge exorbitant fees, ranging from Rs 25,000 to Rs 2 lakh, for their bogus treatments.
Key Points:
Three fake Ayurvedic doctors were arrested in the Hyderabad
Doctors were offering fraudulent piles treatment and charging exorbitant fees
Police seized Rs 2 lakh in cash, 24 cell phones, and 11 two-wheelers from the accused
Case highlights the need for stricter regulations and monitoring of Ayurvedic practitioners
Police warn citizens to verify qualifications and credentials of doctors before consulting them
When the anti-quackery caught him, he offered to call another doctor from Khammam. Later, he admitted to having a degree in artDr Naresh Kumar, Telangana State Medical Council (TGMC)
The doctors were caught after a complaint was filed with the police and additionally alleging that they were cheating patients with false promises of a cure. The police investigation revealed that the doctors were using fake certificates and prescriptions to deceive their patients.
The case highlights the need for stricter regulations and monitoring of Ayurvedic practitioners in the city. The police have warned citizens to be cautious when seeking medical treatment and to verify the qualifications and credentials of doctors before consulting them.
The accused have been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act. The police are investigating further to see if there are any other fake doctors operating in the city.
Reference:
https://drugscontrol.org
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(Rehash/Neha Kamble/MSM)