Corruption in medical sector
Unbridled corruption, shameless nepotism and rampant politicisation of administration totally destroyed the medical system in the country during the previous “golden era” of the infamous jote regime. Professionals with blessings from the DAB and/or BMA were unduly awarded 'abnormal' promotions. Medical officers became 'Professors' and 'Directors' overnight flouting all norms and regulations. Surprisingly, most of them have managed to 'manage' so far. It is a known fact that BMA leaders minted crores through appointments and transfers. Doctors of the ruling party manipulated admission in the medical colleges, post graduate institutes, subsequent graduation and post graduation, appointments and transfers, study tours, Hajj and employment in the govt. /private institutes.
The result has been serious deterioration in the quality of medical service over the last few years. No attempt has been made so far to probe into these widespread allegations. It is expected that the government would seriously look into these allegations.
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