‘They came like a flying squad’: Inside raids by Food Safety department ahead of Diwali

According to the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and Food Safety and Drug Control departments, simultaneous inspections were conducted at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) on Thursday. The investigations were prompted by allegations of corruption and irregularities within the hospital. The ACB team, led by Central Investigation DSP Lakshmi Kanth Reddy, focused on reviewing administrative records at the hospital's administrative section.

Meanwhile, the Food Safety inspectors took charge of examining the canteen, while the Drug inspectors inspected surgical stores, checking medicines, medical equipment, and storage records. The inspections aim to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and uncover any potential wrongdoing. A comprehensive statement from the ACB with the findings of the inspections is expected to be released on Friday.