Kulgam, June 17 (KNS) : A 30-year-old pregnant woman, Nancy, wife of Showkat Ahmad Bhat and a resident of Srandoo, Kulgam, died at District Hospital Kulgam on Tuesday, with her family accusing the hospital staff of medical negligence.
The family said Nancy was admitted for delivery but alleged that she did not receive timely or adequate medical attention, which led to her untimely death. The incident has sparked outrage among relatives and locals.
“We want justice. The matter must be investigated thoroughly and those responsible held accountable,” a family member said while appealing to Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakina Masood to intervene.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Responding to the allegations, the Medical Superintendent of the hospital said a committee will be constituted to probe the incident. “If any lapse is found, strict action will be taken,” he assured.
The incident has once again brought attention to the condition of public healthcare services, with residents urging authorities to improve medical infrastructure and ensure accountability in government hospitals.(KNS)