Keralam Health Minister denies medicine shortages in govt hospitals, alleges pharma companies behind such claims
He describes such reports as ‘media creation’ and maintains that adequate stocks are available in government hospitals
On October 3, 2026, Kerala's Health Minister K. Muraleedharan refuted claims of medicine shortages in government hospitals, alleging that pharmaceutical companies were the source of such reports. Speaking to reporters, Mr. Muraleedharan dismissed the allegations as a "media creation" and stated that adequate medicine stocks were available in government hospitals.
He invited anyone to confirm the stock with hospital superintendents. The minister also accused pharmaceutical companies and some media outlets of creating an impression of a shortage. He expressed his determination not to be intimidated by such claims, emphasizing that sufficient medicine was available in government hospitals. Regarding infectious diseases, Mr. Muraleedharan reported fewer cases compared to the same period last year.
On the proposed AIIMS in Kerala, he rejected Union Minister Suresh Gopi's allegation of non-cooperation, insisting that the Health Department's Principal Secretary had already submitted a report to the Central government. He reiterated the state's demand for an AIIMS in Kerala and mentioned that preparations for the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season were progressing.
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