New Delhi — A disturbing series of medical negligence, quackery, and illegal drug practices has surfaced across Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh in the past 48 hours, claiming innocent lives and prompting urgent calls for regulatory overhaul. From a 9-year-old girl’s fatal reaction to a wrong injection at a Gorakhpur medical store to a pregnant woman’s death at the hands of a quack in Baloda Bazar, and raids seizing unauthorized medicines in Balaghat and Karnal, these cases highlight the deadly risks posed by unqualified practitioners and sub-standard facilities. As families grieve and authorities vow action, experts warn of a deepening crisis eroding public trust in healthcare.
Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh): 9-Year-Old Girl Dies After Medical Store Owner Administers Wrong Injection
In a tragic incident on March 1, 2026, 9-year-old Anshika Maurya from Pipraich’s Badhalganj village died after receiving an injection from a medical store owner instead of the prescribed oral medication. Anshika had been suffering from fever for days and was taken to Ram Medical Store in Badhalganj Bazar, where owner Ram Babu Jaiswal allegedly administered the injection without proper qualifications.
According to family accounts, Anshika’s condition worsened immediately — her breathing became labored, and she passed away en route to BRD Medical College. The family filed a complaint at Pipraich police station, accusing Jaiswal of negligence. Police arrested Jaiswal the next day, March 2, and registered an FIR under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Investigations revealed Jaiswal lacked a medical degree and was not authorized to give injections.
Circle Officer Rakesh Kumar confirmed the arrest and stated that further probes into the store’s licensing and drug stocks are underway. The postmortem report is awaited to confirm the exact cause of death, but preliminary findings suggest an adverse reaction to the injection.
Baloda Bazar (Chhattisgarh): Quack Arrested After Pregnant Woman’s Death; Ganja Also Seized
Echoing similar horrors, a 25-year-old pregnant woman, Indu Sahu, died on February 29, 2026, after receiving treatment from a quack in Cherkadih Jara village under Palari police station. The quack, local sarpanch Jayant Sahu, who admitted to practicing medicine for 17 years without a degree, administered an injection for her cold, cough, and chest pain.
Indu’s condition deteriorated rapidly — she vomited, lost consciousness, and bled from the nose before being declared dead at Palari Community Health Centre. The family refused a postmortem and cremated the body immediately, but police launched an investigation after a complaint.
On March 2, Jayant Sahu was arrested under sections for culpable homicide and illegal medical practice. During the raid on his “clinic,” police also seized ganja (cannabis), adding NDPS Act charges. Block Medical Officer Dr. Pankaj Verma confirmed Sahu’s lack of qualifications, and authorities are probing if this is part of a larger quackery network in rural areas.
Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh): Health Team Raids Quack Clinic in Boligaon, Seizes Medicines Worth Thousands
In a proactive enforcement drive on March 1, 2026, a joint team of Balaghat health officials raided a quack’s clinic in Boligaon village under Kirnapur tehsil. The unqualified practitioner, whose identity remains undisclosed in initial reports, was found operating without a medical degree or license.
The team seized a large quantity of unauthorized allopathic medicines, injections, and equipment valued at thousands of rupees. An FIR is being prepared under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and sections for illegal medical practice. District Health Officer Dr. R.K. Srivastava stated that such raids will continue to curb quackery, which poses severe risks in remote areas lacking proper healthcare access.
Karnal (Haryana): Medical Store Raided, Unqualified “Doctor” Arrested for Illegal Practice
On March 2, 2026, Karnal health authorities raided a medical store in the city, arresting an unqualified individual posing as a doctor. The raid, led by the Drug Control Department, uncovered that the operator had no medical degree but was prescribing and dispensing drugs, including controlled substances.
Medicines worth lakhs were seized, and an FIR was registered under relevant laws. Officials noted discrepancies in stock records and suspected diversion for misuse. This bust is part of Haryana’s ongoing campaign against fake doctors, with the accused remanded for questioning to trace suppliers.
Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh): Negligence Alleged at Life Medicity Hospital After Patient’s Death Post-Surgery
In Jabalpur, a case of alleged medical negligence has surfaced at Life Medicity Hospital in Aga Chowk. On February 24, 2026, a patient underwent surgery but died a week later due to complications. The family accused the hospital of botched procedures and delayed care, filing a complaint at Omti police station.
Police have registered an FIR under BNS sections for negligence causing death. Hospital authorities denied wrongdoing, claiming all protocols were followed, but an inquiry is underway. This incident adds to growing concerns over private hospitals’ accountability in MP.
These incidents come amid heightened national scrutiny of clinical establishments. In Uttar Pradesh alone, multiple districts have reported similar drives against unlicensed maternity centers, fracture clinics, and “hospitals” running from pharmacies. Telangana’s operation stands out for its use of undercover tactics and inter-agency coordination, setting a possible template for other states.
DrugsControl Media Services warn that unqualified practitioners and sub-standard facilities not only endanger lives but also erode trust in the healthcare system. Officials across the affected states have vowed continued vigilance, with promises of regular inspections and swift legal action against violators. The Centre should provide stricter penalties and amend provisions relating to illegal medical practice in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to act as a strong deterrent.
Source : DrugsControl Media Services
