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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Panel to probe delayed birth certificates issued by Sambhajinagar GMCH & other govt hospitals
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The public health department has set up a four-member committee to examine delayed birth certificates issued by the Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and other govt hospitals in the district. Similar scrutiny will be carried out for state-run health institutions in two other Marathwada districts, Jalna and Beed. The committee, headed by a Class I medical officer and including three statistical officers, must present its findings by June 13. The order dated June 5 mentions BJP politician Kirit Somaiya's allegations of widespread illegal certificate issuance in Marathwada. On the social media platform X, Somaiya claimed that GMCH, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, had issued 4,967 illegal birth certificates over 17 months until May. "I exposed a scam in which the GMCH, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, issued illegal birth certificates, totalling 4,967, from Jan 1, 2024, to May this year. The health authorities concerned issued these birth certificates without having any such right," he said. Dr Abhijeet Dhanorkar, the district health officer for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, explained the birth certificate applications submitted after one year require a sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) certificate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "It has come to our notice that certain birth certificates were issued despite the applicant failing to furnish a certificate from the SDM. The lapse may have occurred due to a lack of knowledge among the health staffers," he told TOI. While GMCH Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar officials remained unavailable for comment, Dhanorkar confirmed full cooperation with the investigating panel regarding data provision. "If the delay in making applications for birth certificates is significant, then such cases call for further stringent scrutiny," he added. During his Marathwada visit on April 15, Somaiya alleged that numerous fraudulent birth certificates in parts of Marathwada and other Maharashtra regions were obtained by Bangladeshi nationals to legitimise their unauthorised residence in India.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
No helmet on bike ride: Minor among 2 dead
Nagpur: Riding a motorcycle without helmet proved fatal for two teenagers when a speeding pickup truck rammed their bike on road between Takdoji Putla and Manewada Square in Ajni in the early hours of Friday. The victims have been identified as 18-year-old Nitin Katre and 17-year-old Komal Yadav. The incident occurred around 12:45am on June 6, when the two were returning home from work. According to police, the duo was hit by a white pickup truck being driven in reckless manner. The impact of the collision threw both the riders off the bike, resulting in severe injuries. Passers-by rushed the injured to Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), where doctors declared both of them dead on arrival. Nitin, the rider, and Komal were residents of Balaji Nagar in Kalamna. Based on a complaint filed by Nitin's father, Rajendra Katre, Ajni police have registered a case of hit and run against the unidentified pickup truck driver under sections 281 (rash driving), 106(1), 134, 177, and 184 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway. Police are also examining CCTV footage from the area to identify and trace the killer vehicle. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
6 Bengal cattle traders robbed of over Rs 3 lakh in Purnia dist, 1 shot at
Patna: Around half a dozen armed robbers shot at a cattle trader and beat up five others with the butt of a pistol near the Dibri bridge under Sarsai police station area in Purnia district on Monday. They also robbed them of Rs 3.50 lakh cash and escaped in a car. All the victims, residents of Malda district in West Bengal, were on their way to a cattle market in Banmankhi Haat in the district, when the incident took place, police said. According to the police, seriously injured Sarful Haque (50), a resident of Sambalpur Tal in Malda district, and other cattle traders, including Mohd Khabir (46), Hasmuddin (50), Mohd Sadab (40), Amirul (40), and the pickup driver, Mohd Anar (43), have been admitted to the Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Purnia, for treatment. Upon receiving information about the incident, a police team reached the hospital and recorded the victims' statements. Mohd Khabir, in his statement, said, "I was travelling with five companions from Malda to Banmankhi Haat in a pickup van to purchase cattle. A red car overtook our van near the Dibri bridge, and forced us to stop. Armed criminals got out of the vehicle and surrounded us. The criminals ordered us to hand over the cash at gunpoint. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo When we resisted, they fired two rounds at us, and one of the bullets hit Sarful Haque in the stomach, causing him to fall on the ground. They also snatched Rs 70,000 cash from my pocket, and took whatever cash other traders had. A total of Rs 3.5 lakh was robbed from us." A cattle fair is organised in Banmankhi on every Monday. Traders from Bengal, Nepal, and Jharkhand come here to buy cattle. "Criminals scout the traders by observing their appearance and vehicles. They then carry out robberies. Most of the criminals operating here are from Madhepura and have connections with local criminals. We are investigating the matter and trying to identify the criminals involved," said Sarsi SHO, Manish Chandra Yadav.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Nagpur 1st Maha Dist To Fill All 680 Vacant Class 4 Posts In Govt Hospitals
1 2 Nagpur: In a first for Maharashtra, Nagpur district completed a record-breaking recruitment drive for 680 Class 4 posts across major govt health institutions, eliminating all the vacancies in the category. The massive process, which began in December 2023, has now entered its final stage, with selected candidates beginning to join their postings. The drive, spearheaded by Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) Nagpur, was led by its dean Dr Raj Gajbhiye, who also chaired the recruitment committee. Dr Gajbhiye confirmed that the joining process is in full swing and will be completed in coming two months. The newly recruited Class 4 staff will be deployed across GMCH, Indira Gandhi Govt Medical College and Hospital (IGGMCH), Govt Dental College and Hospital (GDCH), Govt Ayurveda College, Super Speciality Hospital attached to GMCH, and Rural Health Training Centre in Saoner. This large-scale recruitment is expected to significantly reduce the long-standing shortage of Class 4 staff — who form the backbone of hospital support systems, handling sanitation, patient movement, and ward assistance. "This enhanced manpower will directly boost patient care and reduce operational delays in high-traffic public hospitals," said Dr Gajbhiye while speaking to TOI. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The drive saw an overwhelming response with more than 70,000 applications received for 680 posts. Notably, over 45,000 candidates, including postgraduates, engineers, MBAs, and even lawyers, cleared the initial scrutiny and appeared for the online written test. This indicates the rising demand for job security in govt employment, even among highly qualified professionals. The written examination, conducted in November 2023, included 100 multiple-choice questions covering English, Marathi, general knowledge, and aptitude — 25 questions per subject, carrying 2 marks each. The 200-mark test was held at 40 centres across the state and entirely online. The merit list was declared in March, and the joining process commenced soon after. If any selected candidate does not report for duty or declines to join, candidates on the waiting list will be offered the opportunity. Dr Gajbhiye said, "All Class 4 posts will be filled within a couple of months, and there will be no more shortage of essential support staff." With increased manpower, hospitals can ensure smoother patient care, cleaner wards, and faster turnaround in non-clinical services — factors that greatly impact patient experience and care outcomes. Aiming Neat And Clean Govt Hospitals - 680 Class 4 posts filled in record recruitment drive - 70,000+ applications received for Class 4 posts - 45,000+ candidates appeared for written test - Candidates included engineers, MBAs, lawyers, and postgraduates - 40 exam centres across Maharashtra - 100 MCQs in online exam (25 each: English, Marathi, GK, aptitude) - 200 marks | 120-minute exam duration - 6 major govt hospitals in Nagpur to benefit
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
After CM's Directive, GMCH Set To Submit Proposals For Reviving Nagpur Skin Bank
Nagpur: Following chief minister Devendra Fadnavis 's visit to Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) on April 14 and his assurance to support burn victims of Umred blast, process to establish a fully functional skin bank in Nagpur gathered momentum. The GMCH is now preparing to submit two proposals to revive the much-needed facility. Moved by condition of patients undergoing treatment in GMCH's burn unit, Fadnavis said, "Nagpur caters to many patients from surrounding regions. A dedicated skin bank is a necessity, not a luxury." He also instructed Nagpur collector Vipin Itankar to initiate the process immediately. Responding swiftly, GMCH began finalising two proposals — one for short-term implementation and another as a long-term comprehensive solution. Dr Raj Gajbhiye, dean of GMCH, told TOI, "We are readying two detailed proposals. The first, of ₹8 crore, will be submitted through District Planning and Development Council (DPDC) and can be cleared at the collector level. The second proposal, worth ₹50 crore, is a more expansive plan involving a modern burn ward and skin bank through Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER)." Both proposals will soon be placed before the respective authorities for approval, he said. The first proposal is a skin bank at a 10,000 sq ft integrated burn unit, modelled on Singapore General Hospital setup. It will include a sterile processing lab, tissue processing room, deep freezer storage, donor counselling area, and record-keeping office. Linked to it will be two modular burn operation theatres, an 8-bedded ICU, a 12-bedded isolation ward, hydrotherapy dressing rooms, and rehabilitation units. The facility will maintain HVAC-controlled hygiene, backup power, and infection control systems. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo Nagpur has a history of pioneering in skin banking. The city's first skin bank was established in 2014 at the Orange City Hospital and Research Institute (OCHRI), making it only the fourth such facility in India at the time. It served patients across Vidarbha and neighbouring regions. However, the facility was shut down in 2019 during the pandemic due to high maintenance costs and low donation rates. The equipment was then shifted to GMCH, where efforts to make the bank functional have been ongoing. Dr Surendra Patil, head of plastic surgery at GMCH, said, "We are hopeful of restoring the skin bank soon. Our dean has taken great initiative, and the CM's directive has accelerated the process."
