The public health department of Maharashtra, India, has issued a show-cause notice to a former contractor of the Regional Mental Hospital (RMH) in Yerawada following the emergence of viral videos allegedly depicting inmates performing cleaning tasks. The contractor, who provided housekeeping services for several years, halted operations on April 1, 2026, citing non-payment. The hospital authorities contend that the contractor circulated old footage to damage the hospital's reputation. The notice highlights that the contractor was responsible for cleanliness under the contract, and the videos suggest a violation of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, which protects patient rights. The contractor has been given 24 hours to respond to the notice or face potential legal action, including the filing of a First Information Report (FIR). The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has called for the contractor to be blacklisted and for criminal cases to be initiated against former officials who approved payments despite alleged contractual violations. AAP representatives claim that approximately 35% of the pending ₹2.68 crore (around $323,000 USD) was cleared without adequate inspection, and they allege that workers were denied basic benefits.