Senior neurologist at Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram accused of sexual assault; police investigation under way
Overview of the allegation
A criminal case of sexual assault has been registered against a senior neurologist and former Superintendent of the Government Medical College (GMC) Thiruvananthapuram after a complaint was filed by a woman who is currently residing abroad. According to the complaint, the woman — a native of Thiruvananthapuram working overseas — alleges that the doctor sexually assaulted her at a hotel in 2023 after promising to marry her.
The complainant states that she initially approached the doctor for a medical consultation, and that the doctor subsequently befriended her. She further alleges that during the period when the incident occurred, the doctor took her to multiple locations, including the medical college campus and Kovalam.
Police action and current status of the probe
Following the complaint, Medical College police registered a case and have commenced an investigation. Authorities have begun questioning the doctor in connection with the matter. Police officials have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing.
At present, the doctor is on leave from his institutional duties while the inquiry proceeds. The registration of a case and questioning by police indicate that law enforcement is actively processing the allegations, gathering statements, and seeking clarifications as part of the formal investigative process.
Doctor’s response and counter-allegations
The doctor has denied the allegations leveled against him. He has stated that the woman had threatened to file a complaint and has accused her of taking large sums of money from him on multiple occasions. According to his account, the complaint followed a dispute between them.
In addition, the doctor has filed a police complaint alleging that he was the target of a honey-trap scheme. In that counter-complaint, he claims the woman pressured him to purchase a flat and blackmailed him into transferring substantial funds. These counter-allegations form part of the broader set of claims now being examined by investigators.
Administrative history and related matters
The neurologist resigned from his post as superintendent of the hospital in September 2025. His resignation followed separate allegations that surgeries were being delayed due to a shortage of equipment. The timing and context of that resignation have been noted in relation to his subsequent leave and the current criminal inquiry.
Police have indicated that questioning is continuing and that all relevant aspects, including the complaints and counter-complaints, are being reviewed as part of the probe.
Context from previous reporting and broader relevance
medichelpline had earlier reported on another high-profile legal development in which a special court in Mumbai denied the discharge plea of a medical practitioner who had been arrested in 2025 under provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). That prior report cited that material on record provided sufficient grounds for continuing prosecutions. While the two matters are separate, the earlier decision illustrates how courts and investigators can proceed when material is deemed adequate to pursue criminal proceedings.
What is known, and what remains to be established
At this stage, the published details are limited to the complainant’s allegations, the doctor’s denials and counter-complaints, the registration of a police case by Medical College police, ongoing questioning of the accused, and the doctor’s administrative status of being on leave after his September 2025 resignation as superintendent. No court adjudication or final determination on the merits of the accusations has been reported.
Investigative authorities are the proper forum for corroborating evidence, assessing witness statements, and determining whether charges will proceed to prosecution. Given the presence of competing claims — an allegation of sexual assault and counter-allegations of extortion and honey-trapping — the investigation will need to evaluate evidence impartially to establish the facts.
Why this reporting matters
Allegations involving medical professionals and institutions raise both criminal and institutional concerns: criminal because of the severity of the charge, and institutional because of public trust in healthcare settings. The registration of a criminal case and active police inquiry underscore the need for due process and a careful examination of evidence. Transparency in the investigative steps and protection of all parties’ legal rights are essential components in resolving such matters.
Further updates will depend on official statements from investigating officers, any subsequent charges filed, and court proceedings. medichelpline will continue to track developments as investigators disclose additional findings or legal steps are taken.