Article Today, Hyderabad: A senior medical officer in Hyderabad is allegedly supporting the operations of the controversial Srushti Fertility Centre, run by Dr Namrata. Despite multiple complaints and police cases, the Srushti centre continues to function with apparent regulatory approvals, triggering concerns of collusion. Critics claim that the officer, who holds significant influence, has consistently defended the clinic and its administrator, even when serious legal action was initiated against them.
Past Offences Ignored
Dr Namrata was earlier arrested in a criminal case, and her medical license was revoked by the Medical Council of India. However, the centre reportedly continues operations using licenses of other doctors. Investigations reveal that even after legal scrutiny, the Srushti fertility centre has been allowed to operate freely. This has raised serious questions about medical oversight and regulatory integrity.
Long-standing Influence of the Official
The concerned medical officer is said to have been stationed in Hyderabad for over five years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the officer allegedly exploited the public health crisis in collaboration with a senior official in the Health Directorate. Claims of misappropriation and exploitation of public health resources during that time are now resurfacing in the wake of new accusations.
Shocking IVF Trafficking Twist
The ongoing controversy took a darker turn when police confirmed incidents of child trafficking under the guise of IVF treatment. In a recent case, a couple was allegedly misled into believing they would conceive through IVF using the husband’s sperm. Instead, another man’s sperm was used, and a surrogate mother was arranged without proper disclosure. The couple was reportedly charged Rs.30 lakh for the procedure.
DNA Test Exposed the Truth
According to North Zone DCP Rashmi Perumal, a Rajasthan woman named Sonia filed a complaint on July 25th, leading to a case being registered against the centre. The victim had approached Dr Namrata , last year in the month of August. Following consultations, she was sent to Visakhapatnam and later introduced to a surrogate mother brought from Delhi. The child was delivered and handed over to the couple. However, a DNA test revealed the child was not biologically related to the husband, confirming fraudulent practices.
Surrogacy Misuse Targeting the Poor
The investigation also found that poor women were being lured into surrogacy with promises of money. Reports indicate that Srishti’s operations extended across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with over ten cases filed against Dr Namrata. Sources allege that without support from regulatory officials, such illicit fertility centres could not have functioned on this scale.
Medical Ethics Under the Scanner
This case has once again highlighted the need for stricter oversight of fertility centres. Experts call for a transparent regulatory system that can hold both private clinics and public health officers accountable. As childless couples continue to fall victim to false promises and unethical practices, public trust in assisted reproductive technologies is eroding.
