Overview
- Dr Mohammad Shah Hasan, Additional Chief Medical Officer of Chamoli district, was suspended with immediate effect on August 4 following allegations of driving under the influence.
- The SUV driven by Hasan reportedly collided with two motorcycles in the Tilani area of Rudraprayag district on Saturday, leaving both riders with serious injuries.
- A report submitted on August 3 to the Directorate General of Medical Health and Family Welfare confirmed that Hasan had consumed alcohol before the crash.
- Authorities cited violations of the Uttarakhand Government Servants Conduct Rules, 2002, in ordering Hasan’s suspension and launching a departmental inquiry.
- During his suspension, Hasan has been instructed to report to the Rudraprayag district headquarters and fully cooperate with the investigation.