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Fake Doctor Arrested in Virar

A person has been arrested for running a clinic without a valid medical degree in Virar. Medicines seized.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 17 July 2026 at 08:00 pm
Fake Doctor Arrested in Virar

A case has been registered against a person for allegedly running a clinic and treating patients without possessing any valid medical degree or registration in the Bolinj area of Virar.

The inspection was conducted following a complaint from the Health Department of the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation. The police seized a large quantity of medicines from the clinic, including injections, antibiotics, syrups, tablets, and other allopathic drugs.

The civic body's medical team had been inspecting clinics in the Padmavati Nagar area of Bolinj when they came across Shri Krishna Clinic, located near Shivam Medical Store. During the inspection, it was found that clinic operator Dr. Chhedilal Yadav did not have any recognised educational qualification or registration documents required to practice medicine.

Despite this, he was allegedly presenting himself as a doctor and treating patients. The complaint was filed by Dr. Pranjali Suresh Pipale, Medical Officer of the Bolinj Urban Primary Health Centre. Based on the complaint, Bolinj police registered a case against the clinic operator and further investigation is underway.

The Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation has been taking steps to ensure that all medical practitioners in the area have the necessary qualifications and registrations. This incident highlights the importance of verifying the credentials of medical professionals before seeking treatment.

The authorities have stated that strict action will be taken against individuals providing medical treatment without proper qualifications. This is a crucial step in protecting the health and well-being of citizens in the area.

The Bolinj area of Virar has seen a number of cases of unqualified medical practitioners in the past. The local authorities have been working to crack down on such practices and ensure that only qualified medical professionals are allowed to practice in the area.

The registration of the case against the fake doctor is a significant step in this direction. It sends a strong message that the authorities will not tolerate any form of quackery or unqualified medical practice in the area.

The incident also highlights the need for citizens to be vigilant and verify the credentials of medical professionals before seeking treatment. This can help prevent cases of malpractice and ensure that citizens receive proper medical care.

In conclusion, the arrest of the fake doctor in Virar is a welcome step in the direction of ensuring that only qualified medical professionals are allowed to practice in the area. It is a significant step in protecting the health and well-being of citizens in the area.

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