Kanpur Doctor Arrested in Red Fort Bomb Blast Case
Removal from GSVM Medical College
A female doctor arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for her suspected involvement in the Red Fort bomb blast terror module has been removed from the pharmacology department board of the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The college authorities took this precautionary action on November 15, 2025, to mitigate potential reputational damage as her name surfaced during the ongoing investigation into the Delhi blast.
Cancellation of Medical License
On the same day, the National Medical Commission (NMC) also cancelled her medical license and removed her from the National Medical Register for similar reasons. An official, speaking anonymously, informed PTI that the college’s decision was made following recommendations from the Delhi Police and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The official emphasized that the college acted quickly to prevent any misidentification or reputational impact.
Professional Background
The accused doctor was the head of the pharmacology department from September 1, 2012, to December 31, 2013, before being succeeded by Dr. Pooja Agarwal on January 1, 2014. Investigative teams from the ATS and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited the GSVM campus multiple times to inspect the pharmacology department and gather details about the accused doctor and her potential contacts. They also reviewed selected departmental documents during their investigation.
Indian Medical Association’s Response
The Uttar Pradesh Chapter of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has also acted swiftly, terminating the accused doctor’s membership on November 15. The final confirmation regarding her expulsion is still pending from the IMA’s state and national headquarters. Kanpur IMA president Dr. Anurag Mehrotra and secretary Dr. Shalini Mohan requested this termination based on her alleged involvement in terror activities.
Background and Association Participation
The accused doctor became a member of the IMA in Kanpur in 2012, alongside her then-husband. Following their divorce, she attended IMA events infrequently and did not participate in annual celebrations such as Holi, Diwali, and Eid, according to a report by TOI. Dr. Shalini Mohan stated that the IMA branch met on Friday and unanimously recommended her expulsion, with a formal letter sent on November 13 requesting the permanent cancellation of her membership. The final decision rests with the central body of the IMA, and as of now, no confirmed information is available regarding the termination.
Implications of the Recent Blast
The alleged actions of the doctor are described as “anti-national and terror-related conduct” by Dr. Mohan. This incident follows a high-intensity explosion that occurred near the Red Fort metro station, resulting in 13 fatalities and numerous injuries. The Delhi Police is currently investigating the blast as a terror attack, with the NIA involved in the ongoing inquiry.