Quack arrested in Tirupattur – The Hindu

A 52-year-old quack was arrested on Friday for giving prescriptions and treatment to patients in his clinic and pharmacy at Mittoor village near Jolarpet town in Tirupattur.

Health officials said that the arrested quack was identified as B. Singaravelan, a native of Mittoor village in the district. He has studied up to class 12. Initial inquiry revealed that he was offering medical treatment to patients in the village for many years without professional qualification. He converted his rented house into a clinic and pharmacy for patients in the remote hamlet. Every day, on average, 35-50 patients wait before the pharmacy for treatment. 

Health officials suspected his activities. A special medical team led by V. Gnana Meenakshi, Joint Director of Health Services, conducted a surprise check in the house after health officials got complaints from residents. The medical team also included a doctor, a pharmacist, and a drug inspector. 

The clinic and pharmacy was sealed. A case was registered by Kurusilapattu before he was lodged at sub-jail in Tirupattur town.