Hospital alleges former trustees embezzled 1,250 crores, practiced black magic
The Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai, a renowned medical institution, has been embroiled in a scandal involving financial embezzlement and allegations of black magic rituals. The current trustees have accused former trustees of siphoning off funds amounting to approximately Rs 1,250 crore over the past 20 years [1][2][3][4].
The financial investigation has uncovered a significant misappropriation of hospital funds, with procurement-related financial mismanagement and alleged kickbacks and illicit dealings with third-party distributors [4]. During this probe, trustees reportedly found ritualistic objects such as urns containing human hair and skulls, which have reinforced suspicions of occult practices linked to the scandal [1][5].
Parambir Singh, the hospital's Executive Director, publicly claimed that black magic was performed by former trustees against the current board [2][4]. This unusual combination of financial crime and alleged occult practices has drawn public attention as a case of malevolent creativity and superstition causing real harm within the institution [5].
The current board of trustees roped in a forensic auditor, leading to the discovery of financial irregularities worth nearly Rs 1,250 crore. The audit found fraudulent legal fee payments of Rs 44 crore, misrepresented as legitimate expenses [3].
Prashant Mehta, a permanent trustee, approached the Bandra police after the discovery of financial irregularities but they refused to file an FIR. However, the matter is now being inquired into by a magistrate under section 228 of the BNSS [1]. The police initially refused to lodge a complaint, but the case may soon be transferred to the EOW (economic offences wing) [1].
An FIR has been filed against 17 individuals, including Chetan P. Mehta, Rekha H. Sheth, Ayushaman C. Mehta, Niket V. Mehta, Sushila V. Mehta, Rashmi K. Mehta, Bhavin R. Mehta, and Nimesh Sheth [3].
Prashant Mehta stated that the financial mismanagement is a betrayal of public trust and a threat to the hospital's mission. He urged authorities to take swift action to serve justice and ensure the hospital can continue providing world-class healthcare without financial uncertainty [3].
The Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust (LKMM) has also filed a complaint with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleging financial embezzlement exceeding Rs 1,200 crore [3]. The specific details of the illicit dealings with third-party distributors are not provided in the current paragraph. The accused individuals are yet to respond to the allegations.
[1] https://www.timesnownews.com/india/article/lilavati-hospital-trust-alleges-financial-embezzlement-of-rs-1250-crore-by-former-trustees/730412 [2] https://www.mid-day.com/articles/lilavati-hospital-trust-alleges-black-magic-rituals-by-former-trustees/22496486 [3] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/mumbai/lilavati-hospital-trust-files-complaint-with-ed-alleging-financial-embezzlement/article65605259.ece [4] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/lilavati-hospital-trust-alleges-black-magic-by-former-trustees-1846267-2022-07-30 [5] https://www.deccanherald.com/national/lilavati-hospital-trust-alleges-black-magic-by-former-trustees-1036608.html
- The current state of affairs at the Lilavati Hospital involves not only financial embezzlement but also allegations of black magic practices, shrouding the institution in a disturbing mix of science, health, and superstition.
- Amid calls for justice from permanent trustee Prashant Mehta, the case of financial corruption and mental manipulation in the realm of health-and-wellness has gained traction as a general-news story, delving into the complexities of crime-and-justice in modern society.
