17/08/2026
JPMC Belongs to the Public — Calls for Transparency and Accountability
Karachi (Report: Pir Bux Noonari)Karachi Serious concerns have been raised regarding governance, administrative transparency and the concentration of authority at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), with stakeholders demanding greater accountability, due process and institutional oversight.
The concerns primarily relate to the reported holding of multiple senior academic and administrative positions by Dr. Haleema Yasmeen, which, according to concerned stakeholders, may result in an excessive concentration of authority. They have called for an independent review to ensure that institutional decisions are made transparently and in accordance with applicable rules and procedures.
Several matters requiring clarification have also been highlighted, including:
Financial Matters: Questions have been raised regarding a reported property-related amount of approximately Rs. 7 million. While the principal amount is reportedly stated to have been returned, clarification has been sought regarding the accrued interest and the complete financial record.
Concentration of Authority: Concerned stakeholders have questioned the simultaneous holding of multiple senior academic and administrative responsibilities and have called for an independent review of the resulting governance structure.
Academic Council Meetings: Questions have been raised regarding the short notice reportedly given for certain Academic Council meetings, sometimes within 12 hours, potentially limiting adequate preparation and meaningful participation by members.
Research and Institutional Space: Concerns have been expressed regarding the reported allocation of hospital space for research activities involving Aga Khan University, with stakeholders seeking clarification about institutional authorization, use of public resources, recognition of contributors and ownership of research outputs.
SOGP Governance: Questions have also been raised regarding the reported involvement and influence of Dr. Haleema Yasmeen in SOGP affairs and the delay in the newly elected cabinet assuming its responsibilities. The concerned stakeholders have called for complete transparency in the matter.
The stakeholders emphasized that the issue is not about personal attacks, but about protecting the integrity of a major public healthcare institution. They stressed that JPMC is a public institution and its resources, authority and decision-making processes must remain subject to transparency, accountability, due process and equal treatment.
They have therefore demanded that the competent authorities conduct an impartial review of the matters raised, make relevant records available where legally permissible, and ensure that institutional powers are exercised strictly in accordance with rules.JPMC belongs to the public, not to any individual. Strong institutions require transparency, accountability and institutional integrity.