Another Fake Doctor Held at Dholai, Prescriptions and Medical Items Seized

A man accused of posing as a doctor and providing medical treatment without recognised qualifications has been arrested from Bhaga Bazar in Cachar district following a complaint by the Health Department.

The accused, identified as L. Pratap Singh, was arrested on Saturday (August 1) after a team from Dholai Police Station conducted a raid at his establishment, Health Care Medicos (Health Care Centre), located in the Manipuri Market area of Bhaga Bazar. During the operation, police seized prescriptions, medicines, medical equipment and several documents believed to be important for the investigation.

According to officials, the action followed an inspection carried out recently by a special team of the Health Department led by the Joint Director of Health Services, Cachar. During the inspection, officials allegedly found that Singh was treating patients and issuing prescriptions while presenting himself as a doctor despite not possessing a recognised medical degree or legal authorisation to practise medicine.

The Health Department also alleged that Singh was neither registered with the State Medical Register nor the National Medical Register, but had been claiming to be a medical practitioner and providing treatment for a considerable period.

Following the inspection, the Joint Director of Health Services submitted an official complaint requesting that an FIR be registered and legal action be initiated against the accused. The complaint was accompanied by copies of prescriptions allegedly issued by Singh, his written statement and other documents collected during the inquiry.

In its complaint, the Health Department stated that providing medical treatment without valid qualifications and registration is a serious violation of the law and poses a significant risk to public health. It urged the police to take strict legal action to prevent any further alleged illegal practice and assured full cooperation during the investigation.

Acting on the complaint, Dholai Police carried out the raid on Saturday and arrested Singh. Police said all seized materials are being examined and their authenticity is being verified as part of the ongoing investigation.

Officials said the inspection at Bhaga Bazar was part of the Health Department’s ongoing drive against alleged fake medical practitioners. After the preliminary inquiry reportedly found substance in the allegations, the department formally requested police to register a case. Copies of the complaint have also been sent to the Cachar District Commissioner, the Superintendent of Police and the Director of Health Services, Assam.

The arrest has created considerable public interest in the area. Police are continuing their investigation and are analysing the seized documents and other evidence. Officials believe more details may emerge as the investigation progresses.