All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has removed Dr A. K. Bisoi from his role as the institute's Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) department following a ‘sexual harassment’ complaint by a female nursing staff member.

The AIIMS Nurses Union lodged a complaint with both the AIIMS Director and the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), accusing Dr Bisoi of sexual harassment, and using “vulgar, unprofessional, and derogatory language” towards female staff members, reported news agency PTI citing sources.

He has reportedly received several awards, including the Dr B C Roy National Award, given to eminent medical teachers.

In an official memorandum issued on October 11, AIIMS said that senior professor Dr V Devagourou has been given charge of the CTVS department with

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