Dr Ankita Yaragal, 28, a medical officer at Namma Clinic in Wambay Colony, Bagalkot, has been accused of drawing a Rs 70,000 monthly salary while not being present at the clinic from March 3 through September 2026—leaving patients without a doctor.
The notice claims she was simultaneously enrolled in a postgraduate program at SN Medical College, a private institution. Though the college principal granted her permission to study, she failed to report to her clinic duties, a move that violates Karnataka public‑health rules and the National Medical Commission’s code of ethics.
Zilla Panchayat CEO Gajanan Bale has issued a formal notice demanding her appearance on Sept 18 at 10 a.m. in Office Room 11. The notice warns that failure to show up could trigger an ex‑parte decision, disciplinary action, and the recovery of the entire salary earned during the alleged period.
The matter has been forwarded to the Karnataka Medical Council and the National Medical Commission, where a formal inquiry could be launched. District Health Officer Rajkumar Yaragall has already removed her from duty pending the investigation.
Dr Yaragal’s case highlights the strain on public hospitals and raises concerns about oversight where political ties intersect with healthcare. The Sept 18 hearing will decide whether she faces suspension or a fine, and if the allegations are proven, the recovered salary could exceed ₹5 crore.