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2w ago

Maharashtra Penalizes Hospital ₹10 Lakh, Probes Doctor in Tanisha Bhise Death Case

The state government has fined Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and launched reforms, while the Maharashtra Medical Council investigates Dr. Sushrut Ghaisas for alleged negligence.

Although the council had summoned both Dr Ghaisas and the deceased woman’s family for Monday’s hearing, the doctor remained absent, citing the recent case filed against him by Alankar police, officials said. (HT)
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Overview

  • The Maharashtra government imposed a ₹10 lakh fine on Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital for denying emergency care to Tanisha Bhise over a ₹10 lakh deposit demand.
  • Half of the penalty will be placed in fixed deposits for Bhise's twin daughters, with their medical expenses covered by the Chief Minister's Relief Fund until they turn 18.
  • Four investigative panels found the hospital violated multiple regulations, including the Maharashtra Nursing Homes Registration Rules and the Mumbai Public Trusts Act.
  • The Maharashtra Medical Council has initiated a professional misconduct inquiry against Dr. Sushrut Ghaisas, who is also facing a police case for negligence.
  • The government has proposed reforms for charity hospitals, including banning advance payments, reserving funds for the poor, and increasing transparency through online operations.