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Nashik Hospitals Face Shutdown Over Safety Lapses
12 Jun
Summary
- 21 private hospitals in Nashik received notices for safety violations.
- Hospitals must fix issues within one week or face strict action.
- NMC conducts regular inspections for patient safety and compliance.
In Nashik, the Municipal Corporation has taken decisive action against 21 private hospitals by issuing them improvement notices. These hospitals were found non-compliant with critical regulations, specifically concerning electrical safety audits and fire safety requirements. The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has mandated that these violations must be rectified within a one-week period.
Senior officials from the NMC's health and medical department stressed that failure to meet these directives will result in strict measures, potentially including the cancellation of operating licenses. This action follows a recent inspection drive across the city, where over 100 NMC personnel assessed 625 registered private hospitals and nursing homes for adherence to statutory standards.
The NMC's ongoing efforts aim to bolster patient safety, ensure high-quality healthcare services, and promote transparency among private medical establishments. Future inspections are scheduled to occur every six months to guarantee continuous compliance with all regulatory mandates.
