On the intervention of the National Human Rights Commission, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has confirmed the reported allegations that a 10 month old child died due to medical apathy and negligence of the doctors and staff of the District Government Hospital in Bahraich on the August 9, 2016. The State Government has informed that disciplinary action has been initiated against the three doctors including the In-charge Chief Medical Officer, a Pediatrician EMO, who were prima facie found guilty. The services of a staff nurse and a contract sweeper have been terminated.
Another staff nurse has been suspended and departmental action has been initiated against her and another staff nurse. The Commission, taking on record the report of the State Government, has observed that it is a clear case of violation of human rights of the child who lost life due to the negligent officials. It has…
