Hyderabad Tackles IVF Clinic Malpractices with New Oversight

The Hyderabad Police's recent uncovering of a baby-selling racket disguised as IVF and surrogacy services has prompted significant action from the Telangana government. On Saturday, officials announced the formation of a committee tasked with inspecting all private IVF clinics and fertility centers in the state.

This intervention seeks to ensure compliance with legal, clinical, and ethical standards in these establishments. The Health and Family Welfare Department will oversee the committee, which will assess adherence to the Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act 2021 and the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. These acts are essential for maintaining transparency, ethical practice, and proper registration in reproductive services.

Highlighted concerns surround unethical procedures, such as improper gamete donation and embryo transfer. The committee will evaluate existing complaints, past investigations, and the involvement of public officials in these illicit activities. A detailed report is expected within 10 days, enabling the government to take informed action against violators.

(With inputs from agencies.)