In connection with the illegal kidney sale incident that came to light in Namakkal district, the State Health Department has launched a probe into a private hospital in Tiruchi.
Officials from the Health Department in Chennai have issued a show-cause notice to the hospital, seeking a detailed explanation regarding its possible involvement.
According to official sources, preliminary findings from the ongoing investigation into the illegal kidney sale racket raised suspicions about the hospital’s role. Acting on these leads, department officials conducted an inquiry into the hospital recently.
Further action is expected once the hospital submits its response to the notice. The investigation is ongoing, and it is indicated that more institutions or individuals could come under scrutiny as the probe deepens.
