The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has taken decisive action by suspending the membership of Dr Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata, following his alleged involvement in the Kolkata doctor rape, and murder case. This suspension was announced on Wednesday by the IMA’s disciplinary committee, led by National President Dr. RV Asokan, amid ongoing investigations into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the hospital.
Sandip Ghosh’s Membership Suspended By IMA
Sandip Ghosh, who also served as the vice president of the IMA Calcutta Branch, has been under intense scrutiny after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted a polygraph test on him. The test was part of the investigation into the tragic incident that occurred on August 9, where a postgraduate resident doctor was reportedly raped and brutally murdered at the facility. The CBI’s involvement escalated after local police were accused of mishandling the initial investigation, prompting the Calcutta High Court to intervene. In addition to the murder case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a money laundering probe against Dr. Ghosh concerning alleged bribery and irregularities at the government hospital dating back to 2021.
The case has seen multiple developments, including CBI searches at various locations in Kolkata linked to Dr. Ghosh and several contractors connected to hospital projects. These inquiries are part of a broader investigation that includes allegations of financial misconduct under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
This suspension marks a significant step by the medical community to uphold ethical standards and integrity, reflecting the seriousness with which the IMA is treating the allegations against one of its members. The ongoing investigations by both the CBI and ED continue to unravel the extent of the irregularities and the exact role of Dr. Ghosh in the tragic events at RG Kar Hospital.