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Kerala Health Minister Clears Urology Whistleblower in Missing Equipment Dispute

Veena George brokered a resolution with the DME confirming that the morcellator was never misplaced

Overview

  • Veena George personally met Dr. Chirackal and pledged to halt all disciplinary measures arising from the missing-equipment controversy
  • The Director of Medical Education’s report found that repair-firm documents were wrongly labeled as purchase bills and the morcellator remained on campus
  • Dr. Chirackal, who has been on leave since August 4, said he will refrain from further public statements now that authorities have withdrawn their allegations
  • The Kerala Government Medical College Teachers’ Association condemned late-night searches of the urology department and demanded a comprehensive review of procurement and inspection protocols
  • Opposition leaders and medical faculty groups urged state-wide audits to strengthen transparency and prevent future equipment shortages