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Haryana CM Cracks Down on ESI Hospital Corruption, Suspends Staff

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has issued strict directives for transparency in the ESI healthcare system, warning against any negligence or corruption. He ordered the immediate de-paneling of six private hospitals in Panipat for excessive referrals and suspended three ESI hospital employees. The Chief Minister has entrusted the Anti-Corruption Bureau with investigating the matter and reviewing all 133 empaneled private hospitals in the state. He also directed officials to increase bed capacities at several ESI facilities and ensure they are equipped with modern technology.

Key Points: Haryana CM Orders ESI Healthcare Overhaul, Suspends Staff

  • ACB probe ordered into ESI irregularities
  • 6 private hospitals de-paneled for excessive referrals
  • 3 hospital staff suspended immediately
  • ESI hospital bed capacity to be increased across state
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Haryana CM chairs review meeting of ESI Healthcare

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini orders ACB probe, suspends staff, and de-panels hospitals for corruption in ESI healthcare system.

"negligence or corruption at any level will not be tolerated - CM Nayab Singh Saini"

New Delhi, April 18

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday issued strict directions to ensure transparency and accountability in the ESI healthcare system, stating that negligence or corruption at any level will not be tolerated.

The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting of ESI Healthcare Haryana at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Saturday.

Expressing serious concern over issues related to the ESI Hospital in Panipat, the Chief Minister directed officials to immediately initiate action to de-panel six private hospitals. Acting on these directions, the department has issued notices to the concerned hospitals.

These hospitals were found to have made excessive referrals during the period 2020-21 to 2023-24, and discrepancies were detected in doctors' signatures on referral forms. In connection with the case, three employees of the Panipat ESI Hospital have been suspended with immediate effect. Additionally, disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against five medical superintendents.

The Chief Minister directed that the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) be entrusted with conducting a fair and thorough investigation into the matter. He further instructed that records of 133 other private hospitals empanelled under ESI across the state be examined by the ACB to detect any irregularities in a timely manner.

He also directed officials to enhance the capacity of the Panipat ESI Hospital from 75 beds to 100 beds and to expand its operation theatre. Similarly, directions were issued to upgrade the Jagadhri ESI Hospital from 80 to 100 beds and to increase the capacity of the Hisar ESI dispensary from 12 to 50 beds. He emphasised that all hospitals should be equipped with modern medical technology.

The Chief Minister instructed that the construction of two 100-bedded ESI hospitals in Bawal and Bahadurgarh be completed at the earliest, stating that these facilities will significantly improve healthcare services for workers and the general public. He further stated that there should be no shortage of doctors and paramedical staff in the ESI healthcare system and directed that recruitment processes be expedited as required.

Reiterating the government's commitment, the Chief Minister said that transparency, accountability, and quality healthcare services remain top priorities, and any laxity in this regard will not be tolerated.

Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary, Labour Department, Sh. Rajiv Ranjan and other senior officials were present in the meeting.

- ANI

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Priya S
Increasing bed capacity and upgrading facilities in Panipat, Jagadhri, and Hisar is very welcome news. The focus on modern technology is also crucial. But the real test will be filling those doctor and staff vacancies quickly. Recruitment needs to be transparent too.
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Aman W
Good direction from the CM. However, this corruption was happening from 2020-2024. Where was the oversight all these years? This is a systemic failure. Strict action now is good, but we need preventive systems so such scams don't breed for years undetected.
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Sarah B
As someone whose father uses ESI in Faridabad, this is encouraging. The referral system is often misused, forcing patients to go to specific private hospitals. Checking all 133 empanelled hospitals is a massive but necessary task. Hope it brings real change on the ground.
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Karthik V
Completing the hospitals in Bawal and Bahadurgarh will be a big boost for industrial workers there. Infrastructure is key. But along with beds, ensure there is proper maintenance, cleanliness, and availability of medicines. Often new buildings are inaugurated and then neglected.
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Nisha Z
Transparency and accountability sound great in meetings. Let's see if it translates. The suspended employees and the medical superintendents facing action – were they the only ones involved? The chain of corruption usually goes higher. The ACB must follow the money trail without fear or favour.

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