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Urology professor's outburst over delayed surgeries sparks controversy
The New Indian Express Kochi
|June 29, 2025
IN AN unprecedented move, the head of the urology department at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, publicly criticised the authorities for their failure to procure essential surgical equipment.
Dr Haris Chirakkal, voiced his frustration on social media after multiple surgeries were delayed due to a lack of necessary tools. He expressed disappointment at having repeatedly approached the authorities without success, calling the postponement of surgeries "shameful and regretful" in front of underprivileged patients.
While he later deleted his social media posts, he stood by his remarks and stated that he was unconcerned about repercussions.
This story is from the June 29, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Kochi.
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