The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has raised concerns over the appointment of medical officers who scored low marks in recruitment exams, urging the state’s Health and Family Welfare Department to put these appointments on hold.
Following the publication of a list of 216 successful candidates for the post of General Duty Medical Officers (GDMOs) by the Tripura Public Service Commission (TSPC) on August 13, reports emerged of candidates scoring as low as 14, 19, 20, and 21 out of 100. THRC Chairman Justice (Rtd) Arindam Lodh expressed alarm at these results and called for an investigation into the matter.
Justice Lodh emphasized that the right to appropriate healthcare is a fundamental right guaranteed under Article 27 of the Constitution of India. He criticized the TPSC for recommending candidates who scored below 30, stating that this could jeopardize the health and well-being of the state’s citizens.
In an order issued on August 14, Justice Lodh recommended that the appointment of medical officers who scored 30 or below be put on hold until further notice. The commission also requested reports from the Health and Family Welfare Department director and the TPSS Secretary on the matter, with a deadline of August 26 for submission.
The THRC is concerned about the implications of appointing medical officers with low scores on the quality of healthcare services provided by the state government. They are prioritizing the welfare and safety of the citizens of Tripura and are working to ensure that only qualified candidates are appointed to these crucial positions.
