The Andhra Pradesh Medical Council has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the death of a woman following a botched abortion in Yerragondapalem, Prakasam district, and warned of stern action against unauthorized medical practices and quackery. The Council acted after reports indicated that staff allegedly performed the abortion procedure while a doctor was providing instructions over the phone. The Council’s Anti-Quackery Committee will verify the facts of the incident and initiate appropriate legal and disciplinary action within its mandate.

The Council reiterated that unauthorized medical practices will not be tolerated. It also clarified that valid medical qualifications and official registration are mandatory to practice modern medicine, prescribe drugs, or perform procedures such as abortions. Citing Section 20 of the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council Act and Section 34 of the…