Madhya Pradesh Health Secretary Faces PMO Grievance for Alleged False NCPCR Submission on NHM Surgeon Posts
• Union Health Ministry Validates Surgeon Recruitment Under NHM
• Maternal Health Division Reiterates Policy Compliance
• Escalation Ensures Top-Level Scrutiny by Prime Minister’s Office
Madhya Pradesh’s Health Principal Secretary allegedly submitted false information to National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), denying sanctioned NHM surgeon posts. Despite a valid June 2025 NHM order confirming these positions, the misinformation has drawn PMO-level grievances. The Union Health Ministry has validated the posts, ensuring high-level scrutiny over potential misconduct in Madhya Pradesh’s health administration.
- Madhya Pradesh Health Secretary Faces PMO Grievance for Alleged False NCPCR Submission on NHM Surgeon Posts
- • Union Health Ministry Validates Surgeon Recruitment Under NHM
- • Maternal Health Division Reiterates Policy Compliance
- • Escalation Ensures Top-Level Scrutiny by Prime Minister’s Office
- Documentary Evidence Reveals Contradictory Official Statements
- Central Government Records Confirm Inaccurate Statement
- PMO Grievances Demand Action Against Misconduct
- Constitutional and Legal Violations Alleged
- Tribal Healthcare Crisis Worsens Amid Administrative Blockade
- Sprouts News Investigation Demands Accountability and Action
A Sprouts News investigation has uncovered contradictory government documents revealing the Principal Secretary of Madhya Pradesh’s Health Department allegedly provided false information to the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR). The official denied sanctioned National Health Mission surgeon posts existed, despite an official NHM order confirming them months earlier. Petitioner Dr. Divyansh Dwivedi has now filed multiple grievances with the Prime Minister’s Office demanding disciplinary action for misleading a statutory body.
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Documentary Evidence Reveals Contradictory Official Statements
Key Evidence of Contradiction
On October 6, 2025, the Principal Secretary submitted a letter to the NCPCR. The document claimed General Surgeon posts were not sanctioned in the Program Implementation Plan. It stated NHM could not recruit MS General Surgery doctors afresh during this period. This official communication directly impacts tribal healthcare access.
Just three months earlier, an official NHM order told a different story. Dated June 26, 2025, it clearly sanctioned General Surgery posts. The order set fixed remuneration at ₹1,25,000 monthly until March 2026. This document was digitally signed by the Additional Director.
The June order had been properly circulated to district health authorities. Its implementation was expected across Madhya Pradesh’s healthcare facilities. This direct contradiction reveals a potential wilful fabrication of facts.
Central Government Records Confirm Inaccurate Statement
Union Ministry Affirms Post Sanctions
Union health records further confirm the inaccuracy of the state’s statement. On September 16, 2025, the Ministry of Health forwarded the matter to the Principal Secretary. The Ministry affirmed that General Surgeon recruitment was valid under NHM.
The Maternal Health Division reiterated this position on September 29, 2025. Their official communication referenced the 2014 NHM national guidelines. General Surgeons are authorized for life-saving procedures in tribal regions.
These central government records prove the Principal Secretary’s NCPCR letter was inaccurate. The act represents open defiance of Union government instructions. Such behavior undermines India’s flagship National Health Mission.
PMO Grievances Demand Action Against Misconduct
Formal Complaints Filed with Prime Minister’s Office
Dr. Divyansh Dwivedi has filed three separate PMO grievances demanding action. The complaints were formally lodged on October 7, 2025. Each details how the Principal Secretary misled the NCPCR.
The registered grievance numbers are PMOPG/E/2025/0153859, PMOPG/E/2025/0153862, and PMOPG/E/2025/0153867. These official identifiers confirm proper registration and escalation. The PMO has acknowledged all complaints successfully.
Each grievance references the existing NHM orders proving posts were sanctioned. They demand strict disciplinary action against the Principal Secretary. The escalation ensures higher authorities will review the case.
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Constitutional and Legal Violations Alleged
Potential Legal Consequences
This case potentially violates Article 256 of the Constitution. This constitutional provision mandates state compliance with Union directives. The false reporting undermines India’s federal structure.
Legal experts suggest possible breaches of IPC Sections 177, 188, and 120B. These cover false information, disobedience to orders, and criminal conspiracy. The All India Services Rules mandating integrity may also be violated.
The Department of Administrative Reforms flagged this conduct internally. They described it as “wilful defiance and misrepresentation.” Cadre-control action under discipline rules has been recommended.
Tribal Healthcare Crisis Worsens Amid Administrative Blockade
Human Impact of Surgical Post Denials
Madhya Pradesh’s tribal belts face severe healthcare shortages due to this impasse. Areas like Shahdol, Sidhi, and Anuppur lack surgical and emergency care. These regions have high tribal populations dependent on public healthcare.
Field verification confirms maternal deaths occurred without posted surgeons. Untreated trauma cases have been documented in these regions. These tragedies happened despite sanctioned posts existing.
This situation violates constitutional protections for tribal welfare. Article 21 guaranteeing the right to life is potentially compromised. The Directive Principles of State Policy under Article 46 are also violated.
Sprouts News Investigation Demands Accountability and Action
Call for Official Response and Resolution
The Sprouts News Investigation Team calls for immediate NCPCR cognisance. This should occur under Section 13(1)(j) of the CPCR Act, 2005. The Commission must address the false report submission.
We demand a DARPG and DoPT inquiry into the Principal Secretary’s conduct. These administrative bodies must investigate the misconduct thoroughly. The Union Health Ministry must ensure immediate surgeon postings.
This case represents serious bureaucratic deception against central authority. Tribal citizens dependent on public healthcare are betrayed. The PMO must ensure disciplinary action and restore truth.
This developing story continues under the monitoring of Editor-in-Chief Unmesh Gujarathi. Sprouts News will provide updates as the PMO and DARPG respond to the grievances and investigation requests.
