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The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by AVM J. Rajendra, held that the National Commission can only intervene in cases if it finds that the State Commission has acted.
Ennore gas leak victims allege premature discharge and withheld medical reports by hospital. Residents claim they were hurriedly discharged from Akash Hospital without fully recovering from ammonia gas leak effects on December 26. Despite requests, hospital refuses to hand over scans, X-rays, and medical reports, forcing patients to seek further treatment at other hospitals. The hospital's actions raise concerns about prioritizing company interests over the well-being of affected residents.
After facing the oil spill earlier this month, Ennore residents are out on the street to ensure the Coromandel International Ltd site is closed permanently.