Fake Doctor in Maharashtra Caught Treating Patients Without Medical Degree

In a shocking case from Maharashtra, a man with only a tenth-grade education was found running a clinic without any medical qualifications. Dattatray Sadashiv Pawar treated patients for serious health issues, including diabetes, for three years, charging them for his services. His fraudulent activities came to light after local residents raised concerns, leading to a raid by the health department. The investigation revealed he had no license or medical certification. This incident underscores the critical need for vigilance in healthcare services to prevent such frauds.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 4, 2026, 15:30 IST

Shocking Discovery in Maharashtra

A startling incident has emerged from Maharashtra, where a man named Dattatray Sadashiv Pawar, who has only completed the tenth grade, was operating a clinic without any medical qualifications. For the past three years, he has been treating patients for serious ailments such as diabetes and bone issues. Pawar admitted that he had undergone just four days of training in Satara, which he used as a basis to open his clinic in Pandharpur. He charged patients ₹500 per visit and treated approximately 70 to 80 patients daily.

Uncovering the Fraud

The clinic was located behind the Narayan Dev Baba Bhakt Niwas on Old Akluj Road in Pandharpur. Local residents grew suspicious of his practices and alerted the health department.

Health Department Raids the Clinic

With assistance from the police and municipal authorities, the health department conducted a raid on the clinic. During the operation, it was discovered that Pawar lacked any license or medical certification to operate a clinic.

Endangering Patients' Lives

For three years, Pawar not only treated patients in Pandharpur but also in Shegaon, putting many lives at risk with his unqualified medical practices.

Legal Action Against the Accused

Following the revelation of his fraudulent activities, the police took action against Pawar and shut down his clinic. An extensive investigation is now underway to uncover any similar cases, highlighting the serious issue of fraud in healthcare services and the need for vigilance.