The inquiry panel set up to examine allegations of corruption and irregularities in the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) has formally handed over its report to the government. Officials confirmed that the report was submitted on Thursday (Aug 22) after several weeks of hearings and review of official records.
The five-member committee was constituted by the health department last month in response to multiple complaints against the council. Key charges included extending the retirement age of the DMC registrar from 60 to 65 years without seeking the government’s approval, and later granting an additional one-year extension effective from December 1, 2024.
In its observations, the department held that the council had exceeded its mandate and misused powers provided under the Delhi Municipal Corporation (DMC) Act. Earlier in February, the government had cautioned that the council faced dissolution if it failed to address its “systemic irregularities,” particularly concerning the registrar’s tenure.
The inquiry was headed by Dr. Digvijay Dutta, medical superintendent of Babu Jagjivan Ram Hospital, and included Dr. Vivek Kumar along with three senior health department officials. Over the course of nearly a month, the panel scrutinized documents and questioned individuals involved in the disputed decisions before finalizing its report. Most proceedings took place at Babu Jagjivan Ram Hospital.
Acting on the Delhi government’s recommendation, the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) dissolved the DMC on June 17, citing grave lapses. While the detailed findings have not been made public, officials said the final report will help determine the government’s further course of action. “The committee has submitted its findings. Appropriate steps will be taken after due consideration,” a senior official stated.
