The First Information Report states that the arrest stemmed from a tip-off received on 8 May by the Sub-Inspector at Raidurgam Police Station.
Published May 11, 2025 | 5:54 PM ⚊ Updated May 11, 2025 | 5:54 PM
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Synopsis: Omega Hospitals has denied any association with Dr Chigurupati Namrata, who was arrested in Hyderabad on 9 May for allegedly purchasing cocaine worth ₹5 lakh. The hospital issued a statement on Sunday clarifying that Dr Namrata has no connection with their organisation and that the incident reflects her personal actions alone. Her arrest followed a police sting operation that led to the seizure of 53.85 grams of cocaine.
Hyderabad-based private hospital chain Omega Hospitals on Sunday, 11 May, issued a statement distancing itself from Dr Chigurupati Namrata, who was arrested last week for allegedly purchasing cocaine in Hyderabad.
The hospital clarified that Dr Namrata is not associated with the organisation in any capacity.
In a statement, Dr Ch Mohana Vamsy, Chief Managing Director of Omega Hospitals and senior cancer specialist, said:
“Omega Hospitals categorically clarifies that Dr Ch Namrata, mentioned in recent media reports, is not associated with our organisation in any capacity. We emphasise that this is an isolated incident involving personal actions, and Omega Hospitals remains committed to its core mission of providing exceptional oncology and multi-speciality care.”
During interrogation, Dr Namrata allegedly confessed to having spent nearly ₹70 lakh on drugs over time
He added that the hospital chain, which operates over 14 centres across India, has treated thousands of patients with dedication and integrity.
Dr Namrata was arrested on 9 May after she was allegedly caught receiving a delivery of 53 grams of cocaine worth ₹5 lakh in Hyderabad.
According to the Raidurgam Police, she had contacted a Mumbai-based drug dealer, Vansh Thakkar, and arranged the delivery through a courier, Balakrishna alias Rampyar Ram.
During the arrest, police seized cocaine, ₹10,000 in cash, and two mobile phones. Investigators said Dr Namrata confessed to having spent approximately ₹70 lakh on drugs over time.
The First Information Report states that the arrest stemmed from a tip-off received on 8 May by the Sub-Inspector at Raidurgam Police Station, stating that a woman residing in Shaikpet was addicted to drugs and had been procuring cocaine from a Mumbai-based dealer, Vansh Thakkar.
Police were informed that Balakrishna, a delivery agent acting on Vansh Thakkar’s instructions, had arrived in Cyberabad on 4 May and collected ₹5 lakh in cash from Dr Namrata for a cocaine delivery.
On 8 May, police learned that Balakrishna was returning to Hyderabad to deliver the drugs.
Acting on the information, a team from Raidurgam Police Station led by Inspector Ch Venkanna set up surveillance near Mehfil Restaurant in Shaikpet.
Balakrishna was seen entering a black Mini Cooper where Dr Namrata was waiting. The police team, including constables in plain clothes, immediately intervened and detained both suspects.
Due to the growing crowd, they were moved to a nearby convention centre, where the search and preliminary interrogation took place.
Dr Namrata handed over a polythene packet containing 57 small bud-shaped packs of white powder. Forensic testing confirmed the substance was cocaine, weighing 53.85 grams.
In addition to the cocaine, police seized:
During questioning, Dr Namrata reportedly admitted to developing a cocaine habit during her studies in Spain and continuing her drug use after returning to India.
Initially sourcing drugs through her DJ boyfriend, she later began contacting Vansh Thakkar, who sent different couriers for each delivery.
She stated that she had paid ₹5 lakh on 4 May for the latest purchase and handed an additional ₹10,000 to Balakrishna on 8 May when the delivery was made.
Balakrishna confirmed this version and admitted to working as a delivery agent for Vansh in exchange for commission.
Both were arrested and charged under sections 8(c), 21(b), and 27 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
Vansh Thakkar remains absconding, and police are investigating possible links to a wider interstate drug network.
(Edited by Dese Gowda)
