How many deaths were linked to government hospital negligence in Rajasthan?

Between January 2023 and December 2025, 12 deaths were linked to negligence by government hospital staff in Rajasthan.

What caused the two additional deaths at SMS Hospital?

Two patients at SMS Hospital died due to the transfusion of the wrong blood group.

Has compensation been paid for the negligence deaths in Rajasthan?

No compensation has been paid in any of the negligence cases, and disciplinary actions against staff are largely pending or in progress.

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12 Negligence Deaths: Govt Hospital Staff Under Fire

30 Jan

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Summary

12 deaths linked to government hospital staff negligence.
Two patients died due to wrong blood transfusions.
No compensation paid for negligence deaths; actions pending.

12 Negligence Deaths: Govt Hospital Staff Under Fire

The Rajasthan health department has reported 12 deaths attributed to negligence by government hospital staff between January 2023 and December 2025. Furthermore, the Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital is linked to two additional deaths resulting from the transfusion of incorrect blood groups.

These fatalities have prompted a response in the state assembly, with investigations revealing that no compensation has been disbursed for the negligence-related deaths. Disciplinary proceedings against the identified staff members are predominantly ongoing or awaiting completion.

Specifically, two young individuals, Sachin Sharma and Chaina Devi, both 23, died at SMS Hospital due to wrong blood transfusions in February 2024 and May 2025, respectively. While charge sheets have been issued in Sharma's case, details regarding action against staff in Devi's death remain unspecified.