Metro53 - Gujrat (Web Desk) – The Punjab government has suspended Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed Rana, Medical Superintendent of Aziz Bhatti Shaheed Teaching Hospital in Gujrat. The action was taken under the Punjab Employees Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability (PEEDA) Act 2006, focusing on employee performance, discipline, and accountability.
According to a notification issued by the Punjab Health Department, Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed Rana has been accused of incompetence, mismanagement, and negligence in performing official duties. Authorities stated that multiple complaints had been received regarding hospital administration, the quality of medical services provided to patients, and overall hospital performance.
Sources indicated persistent issues such as medicine shortages, poor sanitation, and delays in patient services, prompting the Health Department to take strict notice. In light of these concerns, senior officials decided to suspend Dr. Rana for a formal inquiry.
The Health Department confirmed that detailed investigations into the allegations will begin following the suspension, and a temporary administrative in-charge is likely to be appointed. Further action will be determined after the inquiry is completed.
Aziz Bhatti Shaheed Teaching Hospital has previously been in the news for administrative issues and suspensions of senior officials, with citizens and patients demanding improved management.
