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The Wire
09-06-2025
- Health
- The Wire
Doctor Humiliated by Goa Health Minister Rejects His ‘Studio' Apology, Demands a Public One
New Delhi: Dr Rajesh Kuttikar, the casualty medical officer (CMO) of Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), who was last week humiliated by state's health minister Vishwajit Rane in a public and televised manner, has refused to accept his apology. Earlier this morning, June 9, Rane tendered an apology in an X post, saying, 'During the broadcast with Prudent Media last night, I openly extended my heartfelt apology to Dr. Rudresh Kuttikar for the harsh words spoken by me during my visit to GMC.' However, news channel In Goa 24X7 has reported that Dr Kuttikar has rejected the minister's apology as a 'studio apology', which was insufficient. Instead of apologising on the social media platform, Dr Kuttikar, reportedly demanded that Rane visit the same site at the hospital where he humiliated the doctor and apologise to him in front of the people. 'We require a public apology in the casualty [department] itself within 24 hours,' he said, while speaking to the press . He added that if the minister failed to do so, doctors would proceed on strike. Rane wrote a long post on X as part of his apology. 'In the heat of the moment, my emotions overtook my expression, and I deeply regret the manner in which I addressed the situation,' he said. 'It was never my intention to undermine or disrespect the dignity of any medical professional,' he added. During the broadcast with Prudent Media last night, I openly extended my heartfelt apology to Dr. Rudresh Kuttikar for the harsh words spoken by me during my visit to GMC. In the heat of the moment, my emotions overtook my expression, and I deeply regret the manner in which I… — Vishwajit Rane (@visrane) June 9, 2025 This was after he refused to apologise in a previous post on X. On June 7, Rane had made a surprise visit to the hospital. He went there for inspection after a patient who needed Vitamin B-12 shot apparently went to the casualty department and was allegedly refused. The casualty ward is usually restricted for emergency services and regular services are offered by other departments. Rane was accompanied by cameras when he stormed inside the casualty ward and enquired where the CMO, Kuttikar, was. He lashed out at Kuttikar saying he should 'learn to control your tongue'. 'Put your hands out [of the pocket] when you are standing in front of me and remove your mask while I'm speaking to you,' the minister told the doctor. He mocked him saying that a doctor must learn to behave himself. As the doctor tried to offer an explanation, Rane shut him off. He ordered the medical superintendent to suspend Kuttikar immediately. The whole fiasco quickly took shape into a full-blown battle between the doctors and the government, with Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant stepping in on June 8 to say that Kuttikar would not be suspended. I have reviewed the issue at Goa Medical College and held discussions with the Health Minister. I want to assure the people of Goa that Dr. Rudresh Kuttikar will not be suspended. The State Government and our dedicated medical team remain fully committed to ensuring the highest… — Dr. Pramod Sawant (@DrPramodPSawant) June 8, 2025 However, the matter did not rest there. On June 8, the Goa Association of Resident Doctors (GARD) issued an ultimatum to the government saying if the health minister failed to apologise in the next 48 hours, they would proceed on a strike. They also demanded that the 'VIP culture' must end, especially in the emergency department where 'treatment must be dictated by principles of triage [prioritising patients according to the medical needs] and clinical urgency and not by social or political status/affiliation of the patient'. Kuttikar became the target of Rane's barrage of harsh remarks because he refused to administer Vitamin B-12 shot in the emergency services department. BREAKING: Resident doctors of Goa have given a 48 hour ultimatum to the Health Minister, otherwise GARD will go on indefinite strike! Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane tried to give a political masterclass at Goa Medical College (GMC) yesterday following the 2 Rs toolkit for… — Dr. Datta M.D. (AIIMS Delhi) (@DrDatta_AIIMS) June 8, 2025 Although GARD hasn't shared its decision about the impending strike, with Kuttikar reportedly rejecting the minister's apology, it is likely that the doctors would go on with their strike and shut down the routine services. Meanwhile, emergency care would continue – as is the case with any mass protest of doctors. The Wire is now on WhatsApp. Follow our channel for sharp analysis and opinions on the latest developments.
India.com
27-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Goa BJP minister takes corruption swipe at CM Sawant's department, Opposition demands strong action
New Delhi: Goa's Art and Culture Minister, Govind Gaude, on Monday made serious allegations against his own government, accusing it of corruption. His remark came during a Prerna Din function organised by the tribal welfare department. Labelling serious charges, the minister alleged that the files of contractors are cleared in exchange for bribes, demanding a clarification from the Tribal Welfare Department, which is under Goa CM Pramod Sawant. 'A huge amount of taxpayers' money is allotted to the tribal welfare department. If it's unable to organise this programme efficiently, then it only shows a lack of control over the administration,' Gaude was heard saying in a video shared by Prudent Media. 'The files of the contractors are handled under the Shram Shakti Bhavan building on the sly. And they think we don't know of such things,' he added. According to the reports, Gaude also questioned the government over the construction of a tribal bhavan. He asked why the project was still pending when the foundation stone was laid during his tenure as the tribal minister. Opposition Launches Scathing Attack Against Government The opposition launched a scathing attack against the Sawant government and demanded governor P S Sreedharan Pillai to take note of the minister's comments and dismiss Pramod Sawant-led state govt. 'Gaude's allegations against the CM exposes BJP govt's corruption. The anti-corruption branch should probe these claims and take action against those guilty of bribery,' said opposition leader Yuri Alemao. 'It is time for the BJP to prioritise transparency and root out corruption. Hope BJP doesn't say it is 'their internal matter'. Party with differences is exposed by 'differences'?' GFP president and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai said BJP has cultivated and encouraged corruption in every department. 'Cabinet minister Govind Gaude's statement that contractors need to pay bribes to get files cleared is not much of a revelation, but a sign of utter frustration with his own govt. Over the years, I've exposed innumerable scams, small and big, that have dragged Goa down the path of irreversible ruin,' Sardesai said.
News18
26-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Goa Minister Alleges Corruption In Tribal Welfare Department Under CM Pramod Sawant
Last Updated: Gaude alleged that a huge amount of taxpayers' money is allotted to the tribal welfare department, and it shows a lack of control over the administration. Goa Art and Culture Minister Govind Gaude took a swipe at the tribal welfare department and accused his own government of corruption. His remark came during a Prerna Din function organised by the tribal welfare department. He alleged that the files of contractors are cleared in exchange for bribes, demanding a clarification from the Tribal Welfare Department, which is under Goa CM Pramod Sawant, for clarification. 'A huge amount of taxpayers' money is allotted to the tribal welfare department. If it's unable to organise this programme efficiently, then it only shows a lack of control over the administration," Gaude was heard saying in a video shared by Prudent Media. 'The files of the contractors are handled under the Shram Shakti Bhavan building on the sly. And they think we don't know of such things," he added.
