Jun 26, 2026

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Centre replaces criminal fines with administrative penalties for minor hospital lapses

Hospitals and clinics will now face administrative penalties, not criminal fines, for minor procedural lapses under revised Clinical Establishments Act rules. This move, part of the Jan Vishwas reforms, aims to ease business operations and reduce compliance burdens. The amendments focus on routine, low-risk procedures, shifting enforcement to a structured adjudication process with opportunities for hearings and appeals, while still prioritizing patient safety and quality care.

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Times of India

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