Mumbai’s Global
Hospital (now known as Gleneagles Hospital), Parel, may face government action for failing to comply with norms mandating beds for economically weaker sections (EWS).
Allegations
The issue was raised on Tuesday, March 17, by Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Ajay Chaudhari and BJP MLA Yogesh Sagar, who flagged violations of norms by the hospital. Sagar alleged that since its inception in 2012, the hospital has not treated a single EWS patient. They also demanded action against BMC officials for inaction.
Minister of State for Urban Development, Madhuri Misal
Govt action
Minister of State for Urban Development Madhuri Misal told the state assembly that the government is considering revoking the additional FSI granted to the hospital and will not permit construction of its proposed third wing.
She said the hospital is willing to offer beds at Central government rates, instead of lower BMC-prescribed rates, and confirmed that an inquiry will be conducted and action will be taken accordingly. She said that despite administrative objections, the hospital has approached courts to obtain permissions.
Facts in numbers
2012
Hospital operational
9357 sq m
Extra FSI granted
245 beds
Total capacity
4723 sq m
Construction pending
Floor 15 and 16
OC not issued
