Budgam, Oct 15 (JKNS): In a sustained crackdown on unauthorized medical practices, the Health Department Budgam on Wednesday sealed six unregistered diagnostic laboratories operating illegally in Khag and Beerwah areas of the district.
As per news agency JKNS, The operation was conducted under the supervision of District Health Officer (DHO) Budgam, Dr. Lahoot Hassan, in coordination with the Block Medical Officers (BMOs) of Khag and Beerwah, along with a special enforcement team from the district health office.
The action followed multiple complaints from locals alleging that several diagnostic labs were functioning without registration, valid licenses, or qualified technical staff.
During inspections, the enforcement team found these establishments violating key health and safety regulations, leading to their immediate sealing.
Dr. Lahoot Hassan said the Health Department remains committed to enforcing the Clinical Establishments Act and ensuring that all diagnostic and medical centers operate within the law. “No one will be allowed to compromise public health. We will continue to inspect, identify, and take strict action against unregistered and unqualified facilities across the district,” Dr. Hassan asserted.
He added that similar inspection drives will be intensified in other medical blocks to ensure compliance with Biomedical Waste Management Rules and other statutory requirements.
Health Department has also warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found running diagnostic centers without valid authorization. (JKNS)
