Chhattisgarh High Court seeks answers on rusted blades, shortage of medical kits in govt hospitals

The Chhattisgarh High Court raised concerns over rusted surgical blades and a shortage of ‘Hamar Lab’ kits in government hospitals. It directed the Health Secretary and CGMSCL MD to file affidavits explaining the issues. Investigations revealed rusted blades at Mahasamund Medical College and procurement delays for lab reagents. The court will continue monitoring the case, with the next hearing on 30 October 2025.