Hello Everyone,

I hope you are doing well. Following my previous email, I’ve received several questions regarding the petition. I appreciate your engagement and would like to address these queries to shed more light on the issue.

1. What exactly do I mean when I say the doctors are unqualified?
As per the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, it takes:

11 years (MBBS + MD + Neonatology training) to become a super-specialist neonatologist
Or, a doctor must hold a Certification of Completion of Training (CCT) and be enrolled as a specialist on the General Medical Council (GMC) register, along with MBBS
However, in this particular case and many others, Fortis has given fake designations to doctors without the necessary specialist or super-specialist qualifications, misleading innocent patients.

Examples of Irregularities:
  Dr. Akhilesh Singh, designated as a Neonatologist in Fortis, is only an MBBS but has been handling critically ill newborns in the NICU. The diplomas he has do not qualify him as a neonatologist.
  Source: Delhi Medical Council & National Medical Commission affidavits submitted in the Delhi High Court (Para 13 & Para 27 respectively). DMC Affidavit, NMC Affidavit

  Dr. Vivek Jain, who is the Head of NICU, has falsely claimed to be a super-specialist despite not having completed his studies overseas. His M.R.C.P. Ch. (UK) degree takes 6-8 years, yet he claims to have finished it in just 2-3 years—which is not possible.
  Source: His statement in the police report submitted in the Delhi High Court, where he admits to not having a completion certificate.

For a detailed breakdown, please refer to the Delhi High Court Petition_2023 (Point 4, Page 2).

 
2. If these violations are so serious, why not take a legal route instead of an online petition?
There is an ongoing legal case—this issue has been in the Delhi High Court since 2019 (for 5 years). However, raising public awareness is equally crucial. A strong public outcry will put pressure on authorities to act faster and more effectively.

 
3. How does this issue impact all of us?
This isn’t just about one hospital or a few doctors—it’s about the safety and trust in our healthcare system. When unqualified doctors are allowed to practice, it puts all patients at risk.

  57% of Modern Medicine Practitioners in India are unqualified. (Source: WHO report on unqualified medical practitioners in India)
  Medical negligence isn’t new at Fortis. Here are a few past incidents:

Financial Misconduct: Over ₹400 crores were siphoned off by Fortis' former promoters. (Source: Finshots)
Dengue Overcharging Case: A 7-year-old girl was overcharged ₹16 lakh for dengue treatment before passing away. (Source: Scroll)
Regulatory Actions: SEBI issued notices in the Fortis fund diversion case due to misrepresentation and fraud. (Source: Business Standard)
If a leading private hospital can do this, imagine what’s happening in smaller hospitals and clinics across the country. This affects every one of us.

 
4. What good is an online petition in a country like India?
Many people have asked, "What’s the point?" The point is that change starts when enough people refuse to stay silent.

This petition isn’t just about signatures—it’s about showing that people care about this issue. When thousands stand together, the system has no choice but to respond.

Already, over 2900 people have signed the petition. Let's keep the momentum going. 

 
5. How can you help?
  Amplify the Petition: If you haven’t already, please sign and share it.

  Social Media Support: If you can help spread awareness online, I’d love to connect.

  Public Awareness Volunteers: If you’re open to interacting with people in public spaces to discuss this issue, your support would be invaluable.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Together, we can push for safer, more transparent healthcare.

Best,
Dildeep