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Mumbai Crime Branch Books 5 Fake Doctors

5 fake doctors booked, clinics raided in Deonar and Bandra East

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 14 August 2026 at 05:04 pm
Mumbai Crime Branch Books 5 Fake Doctors

The Mumbai Crime Branch has taken action against five individuals who were allegedly practising medicine without recognised medical degrees or valid licences. The raids were conducted at five clinics in Zakir Hussain Nagar, Deonar, and Naupada-Bandra East after the Crime Branch received credible information about these individuals treating patients despite having no formal medical education or qualifications.

The accused have been identified as Sagir Ahmed Abdul Majid Hashmi, Akhilesh Kumar Devendra Kumar Dubey, Mehmud Alam Mohammad Sharif Sheikh, Keshav Prasad Kuddur Patel, and Mohammad Aftab Shaukim Khan. According to the police, none of the accused possessed a valid medical licence or registration with the Maharashtra Medical Council.

The raids were conducted by teams from Crime Branch Units 6 and 8, along with medical officers from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). During the raids, the teams found the accused allegedly examining patients and administering medicines. Medical equipment and medicines, including injections, bottles, syringes, and antibiotic tablets, worth approximately Rs 1,19,324 were seized.

The accused allegedly posed as qualified doctors and illegally treated patients suffering from various ailments, charging hefty fees and putting the health of citizens at risk. Cases have been registered against the five accused at Deonar Police Station and Nirmal Nagar Police Station in Mumbai.

The Mumbai Crime Branch has been actively working to curb the practice of fake doctors in the city. The raids are a result of the branch's efforts to ensure that citizens are not exploited by unqualified individuals. The BMC has also been working closely with the Crime Branch to identify and take action against such individuals.

The practice of fake doctors is a serious issue in Mumbai, with many individuals risking their health by seeking treatment from unqualified practitioners. The raids conducted by the Crime Branch and the BMC are a step in the right direction to address this issue.

The investigation is ongoing, and further action is expected to be taken against the accused. The Mumbai Crime Branch has urged citizens to be cautious when seeking medical treatment and to verify the qualifications of doctors before seeking their services.

The raids have highlighted the need for stricter regulations and monitoring of medical practices in the city. The BMC and the Crime Branch will continue to work together to ensure that citizens are protected from unqualified medical practitioners.

In conclusion, the booking of five fake doctors by the Mumbai Crime Branch is a significant step in addressing the issue of unqualified medical practitioners in the city. The raids and subsequent action taken against the accused will help to protect citizens from exploitation and ensure that they receive proper medical treatment from qualified practitioners.

Frequently asked questions

What was the action taken against the fake doctors?

The Mumbai Crime Branch booked 5 fake doctors and raided their clinics in Deonar and Bandra East.

What was seized during the raids?

Medical equipment and medicines worth approximately Rs 1,19,324 were seized during the raids.

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