A major legal milestone occurred when the Khadki Judicial Magistrate (First Class) Court condemned Milankumar Amar Thakur, a 34-year-old resident of Dhanori, Pune, to two years of harsh imprisonment for practicing medicine without a legitimate medical degree. Despite not having the required credentials to practice medicine, Thakur, a native of West Bengal, was convicted of unlawfully treating patients.
The case started after Thakur’s unlawful medical practices were reported to the health department of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). The agency moved quickly to launch an investigation under the direction of medical officer Dr. Rekha Umesh Galande. Thakur was arrested as a result of a complaint that was submitted to the Vishrantwadi Police Station as part of the investigation. Authorities further implicated Thakur in the unlawful activity when they found a supply of medications at his makeshift clinic during the inquiry.
The investigation was led by Vishrantwadi Police Station Assistant Police Inspector Suryakant Marude. Testimonies and other evidence were acquired by the police to substantiate their case against Thakur. Assistant Public Prosecutor Sayali Thokal represented the prosecution, and a charge sheet was submitted. The judicial magistrate was persuaded of Thakur’s culpability of practicing medicine without the required training by the strong evidence that was given in court.
The prosecution against Thakur brought to light the dangers to public health posed by people trying to pass themselves off as licensed medical experts, as well as the unregulated practice of medicine. The fact that there were medications in his clinic indicated that Thakur was treating patients without any official training. This demonstrated even more the possible harm that such dishonest activities could cause.
After considering the testimony and the facts, the court found Thakur guilty and gave him a two-year severe prison sentence. The penalty also included a ₹2,000 fine for Thakur. This case serves as a reminder of how crucial it is to make sure that medical personnel are qualified and that anyone who cheat the public by practicing medicine illegally face harsh consequences.
By implementing rules and holding offenders accountable, the conviction highlights the Pune Municipal Corporation’s and local authorities’ efforts to combat the rising problem of fake doctors and the significance of safeguarding the public’s health.
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FREE PRESS JOURNAL
