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Andhra Pradesh removes 43 doctors for prolonged absence from duty

Andhra Pradesh government, under Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, has begun the process of dismissing 43 Civil Assistant Surgeons due to prolonged absences from duty. This move comes after 51 doctors were removed in May for the same reason, underscoring the state's dedication to tackling absenteeism in its healthcare system.

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Jun 18, 2026 · 1 min read · 1 views
Andhra Pradesh removes 43 doctors for prolonged absence from duty

Key Takeaways

  • •Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav announced the dismissal of 43 Civil Assistant Surgeons for being absent for nearly four years.
  • •In May, Andhra Pradesh removed 51 doctors from teaching hospitals for absenteeism, highlighting a growing issue.
  • •Of the 118 identified absent doctors, only nine returned to work after receiving show-cause notices.
  • •Nineteen doctors cited personal reasons for their absences, while 13 requests are still under review.
  • •The Andhra Pradesh government has appointed 11 officers to investigate the absenteeism issue further, as per the 1991 Civil Services Rules.

Andhra Pradesh government is cutting 43 Civil Assistant Surgeons for being AWOL too long. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav said Wednesday some hadn't shown up for nearly four years,ignoring show-cause notices.

It's second time in just over month state has acted against absentee doctors. In May,51 were ousted from teaching hospitals for same reason. 118 were flagged as missing,only nine came back after notices. Of rest,43 face dismissal,34 resigned after receiving warnings .

19 doctors gave personal reasons for absences. 13 more cases still under review. Government's cracking down on this, Yadav made clear — no tolerance for no-shows.

Under Andhra Pradesh Civil Services Rules from 1991,11 officers now appointed to dig deeper. K.V.N. Chakradhar Babu, Director of Secondary Health,said inquiries will happen,actions to follow based on these reports...

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