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Former Civil Surgeon Accused of Pressuring Female Employee for After‑Hours Meetings in Badwani, Harassment Case Filed
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 08:31 AM
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A former civil surgeon in Badwani, Dr. Anita Singare, is alleged to have pressured a female staff member to meet after office hours, prompting a harassment complaint and a police investigation.
Badwani, Madhya Pradesh – Police have registered a harassment case against Dr. Anita Singare, a former civil surgeon, after a female employee alleged that the doctor repeatedly urged her to meet outside regular office timings. The employee cited a letter dated September 19, 2024 (letter No. 7899) which granted her permission to attend the office on humanitarian grounds between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., yet she says Dr. Singare continued to press for meetings after those hours.
According to the complaint, the pressure to meet after work created an uncomfortable environment for the staff member, prompting her to approach authorities. The case has been logged under sections dealing with sexual harassment and workplace misconduct, and a formal investigation has been launched by local police.
Investigators are reviewing the correspondence, including the referenced letter, and are interviewing witnesses to ascertain the extent of the alleged coercion. The outcome of the probe will determine any further legal action against the former civil surgeon.
The incident highlights growing concerns about workplace harassment in government medical establishments and underscores the need for stricter enforcement of protective measures for employees.
According to the complaint, the pressure to meet after work created an uncomfortable environment for the staff member, prompting her to approach authorities. The case has been logged under sections dealing with sexual harassment and workplace misconduct, and a formal investigation has been launched by local police.
Investigators are reviewing the correspondence, including the referenced letter, and are interviewing witnesses to ascertain the extent of the alleged coercion. The outcome of the probe will determine any further legal action against the former civil surgeon.
The incident highlights growing concerns about workplace harassment in government medical establishments and underscores the need for stricter enforcement of protective measures for employees.