Corruption and Fake Certifications Plague Unani Medical Council, Claims Experts
Kolkata: The Unani Medical Council has been facing serious allegations of corruption, fake certifications, and wrongful appointments, according to Dr. M. A. Parwaiz and Dr. Nadeem Ahmed, who held a press conference at the Kolkata Press Club. Dr. M. A. Parwaiz, a former professor at the council, revealed that fake certificates are being issued, allowing unqualified individuals to practice medicine, putting people’s lives at risk. He claims that many doctors who are currently practicing based on fraudulent certificates have not undergone proper training.
Dr. Parwaiz compared the ongoing scandal to the one involving Dr. Sandeep Ghosh, where corruption was exposed, calling it an even larger scam. A significant accusation also surfaced regarding TMC senior leader Dr. Nirmal Manji, who is allegedly involved in the corruption.
Furthermore, Dr. Parwaiz highlighted the case of Imtiaz Hussain, who has been arrested multiple times but continues to hold a position as a registrar despite being a fourth grade employee, rather than a senior official. Dr. Parwaiz believes that a major racket is ongoing, with certificates being sold for money without any legitimate education. The council’s actions, according to him, are endangering lives, as many unqualified individuals are using these fake certificates to treat patients.
Dr. Parwaiz has repeatedly appealed to the government for an investigation into the matter. Letters have been sent to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and various other government departments, but no action has been taken so far. He stressed the urgent need for a thorough investigation and strict action against all those involved in the corruption, including Dr. Nirmal Manji, who is accused of manipulating the council’s general body for personal gains.
