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Gujarat High Court Grants Bail to Khyati Hospital Executives

The Gujarat High Court has granted bail to three individuals associated with Khyati Hospital in Ahmedabad, following serious allegations related to the deaths of two beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) scheme. The court’s decision came on September 26, 2023, allowing the hospital’s director, Chirag Rajput, along with marketing executives Pankil Patel and Pratik Bhatt, to be released on conditional bail.
The case stems from accusations that Khyati Hospital conducted wrongful angioplasty procedures to exploit the PM-JAY benefits. The procedures, carried out in 2022, allegedly led to the deaths of two patients, raising significant concerns about patient safety and hospital practices.
Justice M R Mengdey granted bail on the condition that each individual provides a personal bond of Rs 10,000 and a surety of the same amount. The trio sought bail through their advocate, Ajj Murjani, emphasizing their willingness to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.
Details of Allegations and Court Proceedings
According to the prosecution, Chirag Rajput holds a 6.8% stake in Khyati Hospital and was involved in its overall administration. Allegations suggest that he pressured the marketing team to increase patient admissions, which resulted in the organization of additional medical camps. His actions were seen as part of a strategy to maximize hospital revenues under the PM-JAY scheme.
The roles of Pankil Patel and Pratik Bhatt were also scrutinized. They were accused of persuading patients to undergo the disputed procedures, further complicating the hospital’s legal challenges. Given the serious nature of the allegations, the court mandated that the accused report to the Vastrapur police station once a month for the next six months as part of their bail conditions.
The investigation into Khyati Hospital has been extensive, with the city crime branch arresting a total of nine individuals, including the hospital’s chairman, Kartik Patel. The case highlights ongoing concerns about the integrity of healthcare practices and the importance of regulatory oversight in medical institutions.
As the legal proceedings continue, the situation at Khyati Hospital serves as a critical reminder of the need for transparency and accountability within the healthcare system, particularly in relation to government-funded schemes designed to provide essential medical services to vulnerable populations.
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