The Bengal Government has taken swift action following the arrest of former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sandip Ghosh, by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for alleged financial misconduct. The Health Department of West Bengal suspended Ghosh on Tuesday, just one day after his arrest. This development comes in the wake of a tragic incident that occurred at the hospital, where the body of a woman medic, who was on duty, was found inside the seminar hall on August 9.
Background on the Case
The suspension of Sandip Ghosh comes 26 days after the disturbing discovery of the medic’s body at RG Kar Hospital. The incident shook the medical community and raised questions about the safety and security of healthcare professionals in the state. The authorities have been under pressure to investigate the matter thoroughly and ensure that justice is served.
Transfer of Investigation
The Calcutta High Court intervened in the case on August 23, ordering the transfer of the probe into alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital from a state-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the CBI. This decision was made in response to a petition filed by Dr Akhtar Ali, a former deputy superintendent at the hospital, who raised concerns about financial misconduct during Ghosh’s tenure as principal.
Allegations against Ghosh
Dr. Sandip Ghosh served as the principal of RG Kar Medical College from February 2021 to September 2023. During his tenure, there were reports of financial irregularities and corruption at the institution. Ghosh was transferred from RG Kar in October 2023 but surprisingly returned to his position within a month. His reappointment raised eyebrows and fueled speculation about possible connections between the alleged corruption and the tragic incident involving the medic’s death.
Arrest of Others
In addition to Sandip Ghosh, the CBI arrested three other individuals in connection with the case. Among those arrested were Ghosh’s security guard and two vendors who supplied materials to the hospital. The arrests indicate that the investigation is widening to uncover any potential accomplices or individuals involved in the alleged financial misconduct at RG Kar Hospital.
The suspension of Sandip Ghosh and the arrests of other individuals signal a significant development in the case. The authorities are working diligently to ensure that all aspects of the case are thoroughly investigated and that justice is served for the victims involved. The medical community and the public are closely following the developments in this case, hoping for a swift resolution and accountability for those responsible for any wrongdoing at RG Kar Hospital.
