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Bihar Hospital: Surgeries done under torchlight after power cuts
13 Sep
Summary
- Two pregnant women underwent surgery using torches and phone lights.
- Power outage lasted nearly 45 minutes in the operation theatre.
- Hospital administration faces fresh concerns over recurring power issues.
Surgeries for two pregnant women were conducted under torchlight and mobile phone flashlights at Jamui Sadar Hospital in Bihar following a nearly 45-minute power outage in the operation theatre. The incident occurred on Friday, September 11, 2026, when electricity disruption coincided with ongoing procedures for patients Pooja Kumari and Anjani Kumari.
Medical staff utilized torches and mobile phone lights when the generator failed to immediately restore power. Reports indicate doctors informed hospital authorities about the critical situation. A video circulating purportedly shows the surgeries continuing by phone light, with a nurse directing illumination towards the surgical site.
This event has intensified scrutiny on the hospital's administration, with some staff alleging past instances of similar power disruptions during surgeries. However, hospital manager Ramesh Pandey has denied these prior occurrences.
The Jamui Sadar Hospital deputy superintendent confirmed that information regarding the incident has been received, and a high-level inquiry is currently in progress to investigate the matter.
