BMO Darhal suspended for dereliction of duty

Rajouri:  Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma has suspended the Block Medical Officer (BMO) Darhal following a surprise inspection at the Sub-Division Hospital, Darhal. The inspection revealed that the entire hospital staff, except for one doctor and a technician, was absent from duty, raising concerns about the provision of healthcare services in the region. The suspension was ordered and the CMO Rajouri was assigned the additional charge of BMO Darhal until further orders were issued to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services. Additional District Development Commissioner Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa has been appointed as the Inquiry Officer to investigate the gross laxity of the erring officer. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the administration’s commitment to efficient service delivery, particularly during the critical winter months, and warned of strict consequences for any negligence impacting public welfare.