The Supreme Court warned Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi for failing to provide free treatment to poor patients as per its lease agreement. The bench is considering handing over the hospital to AIIMS if non-compliance persists. It has demanded records on free treatments and bed strength. The court also asked the Delhi government to clarify the hospital’s lease status.
Today, On 8th October, the Calcutta High Court ordered the Central government to upgrade AIIMS Kalyani, West Bengal, to match AIIMS Delhi’s standards. The court emphasized the need for improved medical facilities, especially post-mortem capabilities, in light of the Jaynagar rape case, ensuring rapid cooperation from the state government by December 31, 2025.
