We enclose herewith the details of Order for the Settlement of Proceedings received by the Company from the Tamilnadu State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chennai.
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Kovai Medical Center & Hospital (KMCH) has received an order from the Tamilnadu State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chennai, in a case related to alleged medical negligence from a 2008 bilateral nephrectomy procedure where a patient died. The Commission has directed KMCH to pay Rs. 15 lakhs in compensation. The order was received by the company on October 14, 2025. The case involved a complaint by the husband of the deceased patient alleging inadequate pre-surgery evaluation, breach of informed consent, and unfair trade practice. KMCH has stated it plans to file an appeal against this order. The original case dates back to 2011 and went through multiple rounds of hearing before the final order was pronounced on August 29, 2025.
Immediate financial impact is limited to Rs. 15 lakhs, which is a small amount relative to a large hospital chain. However, the ruling is negative for the company as it confirms findings of negligence and breach of consent. The planned appeal could prolong the matter, and any further adverse rulings or similar cases could affect the company's reputation in patient care.