Who is Sandip Ghosh, ex-principal of RG Kar MCH? Here’s a look at his educational qualification and career trajectory
NEW DELHI: Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, has recently faced intense scrutiny after the tragic rape and murder of a doctor on duty at the institution. He resigned from his position as principal on August 12, three days after the incident. On Sunday, he appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for the third time, due to an alleged connection to the murder.This situation has led many to question Ghosh’s professional qualifications and career trajectory.
Becoming a doctor
Sandip Ghosh’s journey began in the small town of Bangaon, West Bengal. He completed his higher secondary education at Bongaon High School in 1989. Pursuing a career in medicine, Ghosh enrolled at RG Kar Medical College, a prestigious institution in Kolkata, where he earned his medical degree in 1994.
Professional Beginnings and Rise
Ghosh’s early career in medicine was marked by steady progression. Initially, his career appeared unremarkable as he advanced through various roles within the medical field.
However, he rose to prominence when he was appointed as the principal of RG Kar Medical College in 2021. This role was a significant leap, marking a return to the institution where he had completed his medical education.
Before joining RG Kar Medical College, Ghosh was the vice-principal at Calcutta National Medical College. Despite being an orthopaedics professor and surgeon, he had been unable to establish a reputation in the field due to professional irregularities, which later came to light during his tenure at RG Kar Medical College, again fraught with controversy.
Controversies surround Sandip Ghosh’s tenure
In June 2023, Dr. Ghosh found himself embroiled in controversy when allegations of corruption surfaced. Reports revealed that he was temporarily transferred to Murshidabad Medical College following accusations of financial misconduct and tender manipulation. Despite these serious charges, Ghosh was reinstated to his previous position at RG Kar Medical College within just a few days, raising questions about the swift decision. His return to his alma mater and subsequent tenure as principal at RG Kar Medical College has been marked by ongoing controversy and suspicion.
Allegations of financial misconduct and nepotism
According to a recent TOI report, Akhtar Ali, the deputy superintendent of Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital, previously worked as the deputy superintendent at RG Kar Medical College a year ago. During his time there, Ali wrote to the state vigilance commission, accusing Ghosh and other senior officials of engaging in financial irregularities. The allegations included leasing out government assets without the necessary permissions from Swastha Bhavan or the College Council, using nepotism to select vendors, awarding contracts worth crores to ineligible parties, and demanding a 20% commission from vendors.
Cross-border connection in medical-waste recycling scheme
The accusations go beyond financial misconduct. Ali also claimed that Ghosh was involved in a scheme in which two Bangladeshi nationals collected and recycled 500-600 kilos of used medical supplies, including syringes, saline bottles, and gloves, TOI reports.
Ghosh’s swift entry to CNMC
As earlier mentioned, Ghosh resigned from the position of RG Kar Principal on August 12, three days after the rape-murder incident came to light. However, within hours of resigning from RG Kar Medical College, he was reassigned the principal position at Calcutta National Medical College. This swift reassignment raised questions about the decision-making process and the handling of his previous allegations.
Subsequently, the Calcutta High Court intervened on August 13, 2024, ordering Sandip Ghosh to take an extended leave of absence amid ongoing investigations into his actions. Additionally, the court expressed concerns over the speed of his reappointment at Calcutta National Medical College, highlighting irregularities in the management of his career.
Becoming a doctor
Sandip Ghosh’s journey began in the small town of Bangaon, West Bengal. He completed his higher secondary education at Bongaon High School in 1989. Pursuing a career in medicine, Ghosh enrolled at RG Kar Medical College, a prestigious institution in Kolkata, where he earned his medical degree in 1994.
Professional Beginnings and Rise
Ghosh’s early career in medicine was marked by steady progression. Initially, his career appeared unremarkable as he advanced through various roles within the medical field.
However, he rose to prominence when he was appointed as the principal of RG Kar Medical College in 2021. This role was a significant leap, marking a return to the institution where he had completed his medical education.
Before joining RG Kar Medical College, Ghosh was the vice-principal at Calcutta National Medical College. Despite being an orthopaedics professor and surgeon, he had been unable to establish a reputation in the field due to professional irregularities, which later came to light during his tenure at RG Kar Medical College, again fraught with controversy.
Controversies surround Sandip Ghosh’s tenure
In June 2023, Dr. Ghosh found himself embroiled in controversy when allegations of corruption surfaced. Reports revealed that he was temporarily transferred to Murshidabad Medical College following accusations of financial misconduct and tender manipulation. Despite these serious charges, Ghosh was reinstated to his previous position at RG Kar Medical College within just a few days, raising questions about the swift decision. His return to his alma mater and subsequent tenure as principal at RG Kar Medical College has been marked by ongoing controversy and suspicion.
Allegations of financial misconduct and nepotism
According to a recent TOI report, Akhtar Ali, the deputy superintendent of Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital, previously worked as the deputy superintendent at RG Kar Medical College a year ago. During his time there, Ali wrote to the state vigilance commission, accusing Ghosh and other senior officials of engaging in financial irregularities. The allegations included leasing out government assets without the necessary permissions from Swastha Bhavan or the College Council, using nepotism to select vendors, awarding contracts worth crores to ineligible parties, and demanding a 20% commission from vendors.
Cross-border connection in medical-waste recycling scheme
The accusations go beyond financial misconduct. Ali also claimed that Ghosh was involved in a scheme in which two Bangladeshi nationals collected and recycled 500-600 kilos of used medical supplies, including syringes, saline bottles, and gloves, TOI reports.
Ghosh’s swift entry to CNMC
As earlier mentioned, Ghosh resigned from the position of RG Kar Principal on August 12, three days after the rape-murder incident came to light. However, within hours of resigning from RG Kar Medical College, he was reassigned the principal position at Calcutta National Medical College. This swift reassignment raised questions about the decision-making process and the handling of his previous allegations.
Subsequently, the Calcutta High Court intervened on August 13, 2024, ordering Sandip Ghosh to take an extended leave of absence amid ongoing investigations into his actions. Additionally, the court expressed concerns over the speed of his reappointment at Calcutta National Medical College, highlighting irregularities in the management of his career.
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