Probe Launched into Newborn's Tragic Death at Karnataka Hospital | India
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A newborn's death at the Government Mother and Child Hospital in Yadgir, Karnataka, has sparked an urgent investigation by the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. The family has accused hospital staff of negligence, claiming the mother was not provided timely care despite waiting through the day. A protest erupted outside the hospital as the family, who had been hoping for a son after nine years, alleged that doctors initially told them a normal delivery would take place, but only attempted a C-section around 5 a.m. The hospital has reported that the mother had been admitted the previous day, and complications arose in the early hours of Sunday due to a placental abruption leading to severe bleeding. District Surgeon Dr. Rizwana confirmed that the baby's heartbeat had stopped before the C-section was performed. However, the hospital staff managed to save the mother's life. The case will undergo a full audit, and action will be taken if any staff member is found at fault. Commission President Shashidhar S Kosambe has directed the authorities to submit a detailed report within seven days, including a comprehensive explanation of the circumstances surrounding the infant's death. The family's allegations of negligence have raised concerns about the quality of healthcare provided at the hospital, and the investigation is expected to shed light on the incident.
