Andhra Pradesh Medical Corporation Faces Allegations Over Inflated HB Strip Procurement Tender

The Andhra Pradesh Medical Corporation is facing scrutiny for allegedly awarding a <b>Rs 33.54 crore tender</b> for HB strips at significantly inflated prices. Reports indicate that officials approved a rate of Rs 9.45 per unit, despite the market value being approximately Rs 4.45. This decision reportedly places an <b>additional financial burden of Rs 17.57 crore</b> on the state exchequer. Interestingly, the same company is allegedly supplying identical strips to the Haryana government at the lower rate of Rs 4.45. The bid finalization committee reportedly approved the single-bidder contract, raising concerns regarding transparency and fiscal management in the procurement process for medical supplies.