BMO Under Probe for Harassment, Extortion

SRINAGAR: The Directorate of Health Services, Jammu, has constituted a three-member enquiry committee to investigate serious allegations of harassment, extortion, and salary withholding against the Block Medical Officer (BMO) of Gool.

As per the order issued by Director Health Services Jammu, Dr Abdul Hamid Zargar, the committee will be headed by Dr Sanjay Kumar Sharma, Deputy Director (Dentistry). The other two members include Dr Kamal Jee Zadoo, Chief Medical Officer Ramban, and Shashi Paul, Assistant Accounts Officer at the Directorate.

The panel has been tasked with conducting a thorough enquiry into the complaints received and submitting a detailed report with specific recommendations within 10 days.

The formation of the committee follows multiple complaints and growing concern over the alleged misconduct of the BMO, which has prompted the department to take immediate action. (JKNS)