Fake Ayurvedic case notover yet, say Ayurveda doctor

Following the arrest of MD Abdul Ali, alias “Jay Therapist,” for allegedly impersonating an Ayurvedic practitioner, certified Ayurveda physician Dr. Imlikumba and social activist Max Naga on Saturday said the matter was far from over and must reach its logical conclusion.
Addressing the media, Dr. Imli, a Medical Officer at the North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR), under the Ministry of AYUSH, said he was speaking not in any official capacity but as a concerned individual upholding the integrity of the Ayurveda system. He clarified that his intervention was not personal but rooted in concerns over the legality of Ali’s practice.
Dr. Imli alleged that Ali had failed to produce valid documentation supporting his claims and that the diplomas Ali claimed to have completed were short-term vocational certifications with no legal standing to practice as an Ayurvedic doctor. He added that the courses were unrelated to the Ministry of AYUSH.
Expressing appreciation to Dimapur police for their swift action, Dr. Imli also raised concern over how Ali obtained screenshots of official communication between the investigating officer and the issuing institute, suggesting the possibility of a certificate scam by the institution itself. He urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation into this angle.
Responding to Ali’s claims of being a traditional healer and accusations of personal vendetta, Dr. Imli said this was not about religion or personal grievances. “This should serve as a reminder to verify backgrounds before seeking treatment from any practitioner,” he added.
Dr. Imli pointed out that Ali’s receipts mentioned “Ayurveda Therapy Centre” and claimed some patients were charged exorbitantly, with bills allegedly reaching up to Rs. 75,000. He also cited videos of Ali performing “Panchakarma” and other practices that did not qualify as traditional healing. He appealed to patients who may have received treatment from Ali but did not improve to come forward with proof of transactions to aid the investigation.
Rejecting miraculous claims such as curing colon cancer in one day or eye ailments in five minutes, Dr. Imli called it a “mockery” of Ayurveda.
He reiterated that operating a clinic without proper credentials and authorization is illegal and concluded that the case must be pursued further in the interest of public health and justice.