DCA raids quack’s clinic in Hyderabad, seizes illegal drugs worth Rs. 1,02,000
HYDERABAD: Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) on Tuesday conducted a raid at a quack’s clinic in Chandrayangutta, Bandlaguda, Hyderabad and seizes drugs worth Rs. 1,02,000 stocked for sale.
Acting on credible information, officials of the Drugs Control Administration raided the premises of Imran Khan, a self-proclaimed ‘Rural Medical Practitioner’, on February 12, 2024, at Rahmath Colony, Chandrayangutta, Bandlaguda, Hyderabad. Khan was found practicing medicine without proper qualifications at his clinic.
During the raid, officials discovered a substantial stock of medicines stored at the premises without a valid drug license. The seized medicines, totaling 30 varieties including antibiotics, analgesics, anti-ulcer drugs, antihypertensives, and antidiabetics, were valued at Rs. 1,02,000.
The inspection also revealed the presence of several higher-generation ‘antibiotic injections’ at the clinic. Indiscriminate sale of antibiotics by an unqualified individual poses significant risks to public health, including the potential emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance.
The raid was conducted by T. Rajamouli, Assistant Director, Hyderabad, along with B. Lakshmi, Drugs Inspector, Charminar, and Swapna, Drugs Inspector in Jubilee Hills.
Samples of the seized drugs were collected for further analysis. Further investigation will be conducted, and appropriate legal action will be taken against all offenders.
Wholesalers and dealers supplying medicines to unqualified individuals who stock and sell drugs without a proper license are also liable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Wholesalers and dealers will face strict actions for failing to ensure valid drug licenses for recipients before supplying medicines, said DCA officials.
Surprise checks were intensified on individuals lacking proper qualifications who engage in stocking and selling drugs without a valid drug license. Stringent legal action will be taken against violators in accordance with the law.
CM Revanth Reddy reorganizes disaster management for Greater Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has decided to assign critical responsibilities to the Disaster Management Department within Greater Hyderabad. He has directed officials to implement structural changes and redistribute responsibilities accordingly. In a review meeting at the Secretariat on Monday evening, the Chief Minister discussed the reorganization with officials from Municipal Administration, HMDA, and Musi Development.
Expansion of disaster management responsibilities
Recognizing the geographic expansion of Hyderabad, the Chief Minister ordered the Disaster Management Department to extend its jurisdiction to the Outer Ring Road. He suggested including GHMC, 27 surrounding municipalities and corporations, and 33 gram panchayats within its service area. The department will be renamed the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Monitoring Protection (HYDRA). The Chief Minister proposed appointing a DIG-level officer as the director and SP-level officers as additional directors. He also recommended special teams from GHMC, HMDA, the Water Board, city traffic, and other departments to join this new division.
The Chief Minister emphasized the need for the Disaster Management Department to offer continuous services to city residents, not just during floods or emergencies. HYDRA should actively address all issues faced by Hyderabad’s citizens, including preserving the city’s tanks and ponds, protecting government properties from encroachments, and managing hoardings and flex banners. Additionally, HYDRA will oversee water pipelines, electricity supply lines, drainage, flood management, and traffic control.
Focus on heritage and infrastructure projects
Chief Minister Reddy directed the acceleration of the Musi River Development Project, aiming to elevate Hyderabad’s international reputation. He stressed the importance of working towards the government’s goal of transforming this project into a landmark. He also ordered officials to take necessary actions to restore historical buildings and structures within the city. The GHMC presented a PowerPoint on various heritage sites, such as the City Library, Charminar Ayurvedic Hospital, and Nizamia Observatory etc. The Chief Minister encouraged exploring ways to develop these sites for tourism and integrating feasible ones into the Musi River Development Project.
The Chief Minister instructed Chief Secretary Shantikumar to draft a comprehensive reorganization plan, including staffing, duties, and budget allocations for HYDRA. He also emphasized identifying key areas where the Disaster Management Department can enhance its operations.
The meeting included Chief Secretary Shantikumar, Principal Secretary of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Danakishore, GHMC Commissioner Amrapali, GHMC Vigilance Disaster Management Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, and Hyderabad Water Board MD Ashok Reddy.
