JK: Lockers of doctors, medical staff at GMC hospital inspected

Srinagar, Nov 20: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district conducted an inspection drive of lockers of the doctors and medical staff at a government medical college, officials said on Thursday.

The authorities in the valley began the exercise on Wednesday. This was done as part of the enhanced security measures after the recent Delhi blast and recovery of arms and ammunition in the "white collar" terror module, besides ensuring transparency, accountability, and proper utilisation of hospital infrastructure, officials added.

The drive was conducted at the Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, from where an AK-47 rifle was recovered earlier this month from Dr Adeel Rather's locker, officials mentioned.

The arrest of the doctor led to the busting of the "white collar" terror module, involving several doctors, and the recovery of around 2900 kg of explosive material.

They further said that the Anantang police, in coordination with the hospital administration, conducted a thorough inspection of the lockers at the GMC hospital.

During the inspection, unclaimed lockers were identified, and the hospital authorities were instructed to update records to prevent any misuse.