Lucknow: Patients at King George’s Medical University (KGMU) are experiencing treatment delays following a Rs 2.5 crore medicine procurement scam in the urology department. The scam has impacted services under the state government’s Asadhya Rog Yojana scheme, which provides free treatment for serious illnesses like cancer and chronic kidney disease.
Delays in Verification and Approvals
Scrutiny and verification of documents for registration and fund release have slowed down. Officials are reportedly reluctant to clear application forms and related paperwork. The process requires submission of documents including an income certificate, BPL or Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration card, medical reports, identity proof, and photographs.
Patient Complaints
Patients have reported that verification and approvals are delayed, affecting both new registrations and renewal of existing cards. Around 1,400 patients are registered under the scheme. Ram Chander from Unnao, undergoing treatment at the clinical haematology department, said he was asked to renew his card issued in October 2025. “I have been running from one department to another, but my card has still not been renewed,” he said.
Dua Khan from Sadar said her family members had been trying to get funds credited to the card issued in March 2025. “The illness does not wait for funds. Officials should understand this and release the money,” she said. Gayatri from Maharajganj, undergoing treatment at the gynaecology department, has been unable to renew her card. Her son Suraj said they were asked to visit multiple offices but received no response.
Ayushi from Sitapur, whose card was issued in March 2026, said no funds had been credited, delaying treatment.
Official Response
KGMU spokesperson Prof KK Singh said there was a misunderstanding related to paperwork and the issue would be resolved. Patients hope for swift action to ensure uninterrupted treatment.
