Health Minister Orders Release of Bodies Without Payment at Hospitals

Dr. Ansari Warns Private Hospitals Against Holding Deceased Over Unpaid Bills

Key Points:

• Private hospitals must release bodies regardless of pending bills
• Health Department to notify all district officials about new directive
• Minister faces challenge over authenticity of his medical credentials

RANCHI – Jharkhand’s health minister announced strict action against hospitals that withhold deceased patients’ bodies over unpaid bills.

The directive aims to protect grieving families from financial pressure.

Moreover, district authorities will receive official communication about this order.

“Healthcare should not be profit-driven,” stated Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari.

The minister pledged to upgrade government healthcare facilities significantly.

Enforcement Measures

Meanwhile, District Commissioners will oversee implementation of these guidelines.

Police superintendents will assist in enforcing the new directive.

In addition, fake medical practitioners face strict departmental action.

The state has over 500 registered private hospitals.

Broader Healthcare Reforms

Furthermore, government hospitals will undergo major improvements.

The state aims to match Delhi’s healthcare standards.

On the other hand, political controversy has emerged over the minister’s qualifications.

Private hospitals generate over Rs 1,000 crore annual revenue in Jharkhand.

Additionally, the state faces a 40% shortage of qualified medical professionals.