J&K Health Minister Bali Bhagat orders suspension of 23 officials

Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Bali Bhagat has ordered suspension of 23 officials including 4 doctors and 19 paramedics in Jammu and Rajouri districts taking a serious note of absenteeism.

An official spokesman said the minister suspended the 23 officials following an inspection of an emergency



hospital in Chowki Chowra, and Sub Division Hospital (SDH) in Sunderbani during a surprise visit.

Taking serious note of absenteeism, the minister said the government would not tolerate lethargic attitude and such acts would be dealt with severely.