The Deputy Commissioner of Lunglei District, Navneet Mann, has issued a stern public notice cautioning citizens against consulting unregistered doctors, following reports of illegal medical practice in the state. The move aims to safeguard public health and reinforce accountability within Mizoram’s healthcare system. The notice, issued on November 12, addresses concerns that several medical practitioners not registered with the Mizoram State Medical Council (MSMC) have been treating patients, violating established laws.
According to an official MSMC notification (No. MSMC/Regn-2/2/2017/21 dated October 8, 2025), such practices breach the Mizoram Medical Council Act, 2010, and Section 34 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, both of which require all practicing doctors to be registered with the respective state medical council. The DC’s directives are clear: doctors not registered with MSMC are prohibited from practicing anywhere in Mizoram. Hospitals, nursing homes, NGOs, charitable organizations, and other healthcare establishments are barred from employing unregistered practitioners.
Furthermore, medical camps or outreach programs can only be conducted with prior approval from MSMC; any unauthorized activity may lead to legal action. Citizens have been urged to verify the registration status of their doctors through MSMC before seeking medical consultation. The notice emphasizes that these measures are crucial to maintaining professional standards, ensuring accountability, and protecting the health and safety of the public.
