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Crackdown in Etah: Five Illegal Clinics Sealed as UP Authorities Target Unlicensed Medical Practice

The crackdown comes in the wake of a tragic incident where a teenager reportedly died due to treatment administered by an unqualified practitioner in the region, triggering public outrage and renewed scrutiny of local healthcare standards.

• By PTI
• Etah, UP
• Jul 31, 2025

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In a significant move to curb unregulated medical practices, health authorities in Uttar Pradesh’s Etah district have sealed five unauthorized clinics and initiated strict action against unqualified individuals posing as medical practitioners. The crackdown was launched in the Aliganj block following a surge in complaints about illegal clinics operating in rural areas, often without any formal medical credentials.

The operation was carried out on the directive of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Umesh Tripathi and led on the ground by Additional Chief Medical Officer (ACMO) Dr Sudhir Mohan. The raids revealed a worrying trend of individuals providing medical treatment without necessary qualifications or licenses, putting the lives of unsuspecting villagers at serious risk.

“Treating patients without proper training or registration is not just illegal—it’s dangerous,” said Dr Mohan. “These so-called clinics were playing with people’s lives. Our actions are aimed at protecting the health and safety of the community.”

During the inspections, many unauthorized practitioners abruptly shut down their establishments and fled upon seeing officials. In Nadrala village, four clinics operated by individuals identified as Pratibhan, Rizwan, Ahmad Ali, and Saddam were sealed. Another unlicensed clinic, run by one Dr Jaiprakash in Nagla Bhajja village, was also shut down.

The crackdown comes in the wake of a tragic incident where a teenager reportedly died due to treatment administered by an unqualified practitioner in the region, triggering public outrage and renewed scrutiny of local healthcare standards.

Officials noted that such illegal setups thrive in rural pockets due to lack of access to certified medical care, making it imperative for the administration to intervene. Dr Mohan confirmed that similar inspections will be carried out regularly across the district to dismantle these operations and hold violators accountable.

Authorities have also urged residents to seek treatment only from licensed professionals and to report suspicious clinics to the health department.

This decisive action signals a growing commitment by local health bodies to uphold medical standards and prevent untrained individuals from exploiting vulnerable communities under the guise of healthcare.