Serious questions have surfaced over the state government’s doctor recruitment process after reports emerged that some candidates were appointed despite scoring only 14 out of 100 marks in the selection test.

Reacting to the issue, former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar welcomed the long-awaited appointment of doctors but cautioned against compromising on quality. 

“It is certainly good that doctors are being recruited in the medical sector after so long. However, if the appointment is made without judging the merit of candidates, it can be counterproductive,” he said.

Sarkar stressed that a doctor must possess adequate general knowledge and a sound understanding of basic medical science. 

“If this knowledge is incomplete, the patient’s problems may increase further. Appointing doctors who scored just 14 out of 100 marks is dangerous, as it means entrusting vital responsibilities to ill-prepared individuals,” the former Chief Minister warned.

He urged the government to revise its recruitment policy immediately and ensure that patient safety remains the top priority.

The incident has sparked widespread concern over the overall quality of healthcare services in the state, with many questioning whether such practices could put lives at risk.