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The arrest of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on charges of financial misconduct has sent shockwaves through the medical community and the public at large. Ghosh, who served as the hospital's principal from February 2021 to September 2023, was apprehended after weeks of extensive questioning by the CBI's Anti-Corruption Branch. The allegations against Ghosh pertain to irregularities in the financial management of the hospital, a crucial healthcare facility in Kolkata. The arrest came on the heels of a nationwide outcry following the shocking rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the hospital in August 2024, further fueling public scrutiny of the institution's leadership and operations.
Following his arrest, Ghosh spent his first night in CBI custody under intense scrutiny and heightened security. Sources reveal that he struggled to sleep throughout the night, exhibiting signs of nervousness and unease. The confinement in a lockup on the 14th floor of the second MSO building in Kolkata's Nizam Palace, where the CBI's Anti-Corruption Branch operates, underscored the seriousness of the allegations against him. The CBI's vigilance was evident in the deployment of four armed CRPF personnel inside and outside Ghosh's lockup. His detention is expected to last for at least seven more days before he is produced in court again on September 10.
The CBI's investigation has intensified, focusing on uncovering the truth behind the alleged financial irregularities. During interrogation on Wednesday morning, Ghosh consistently denied any involvement in the alleged misconduct. A source close to the CBI team confirmed that Ghosh refuted all the allegations leveled against him. However, the CBI's persistent questioning and the mounting evidence against him suggest that the investigation is far from over. The focus now shifts to the CBI's meticulous examination of the available evidence and their determination to uncover the extent of the alleged irregularities and their potential impact on the hospital's operations and patient care.
The arrest of Sandip Ghosh and the ongoing investigation into financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital underscore the need for transparency and accountability in public institutions, particularly those entrusted with the critical responsibility of providing healthcare services. The public demands a thorough and impartial investigation to ensure that justice is served and that such alleged misconduct is not repeated. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of strong oversight mechanisms and the need for stringent measures to prevent financial irregularities and ensure the ethical and efficient management of public resources.
Source: RG Kar's ex-principal Sandip Ghosh spent sleepless night in CBI custody: Sources