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Rajasthan Hospitals Face Strict Oversight After Tragedies
9 May
Summary
- Two women died postpartum at a Kota government hospital.
- Strict adherence to protocols ordered for all state hospitals.
- Senior doctors must be present during duty hours or face action.
Two women have died during the postpartum period at a government hospital in Kota, Rajasthan, prompting swift action from health authorities. Principal Secretary Gayatri Rathore has ordered strict adherence to treatment protocols in critical hospital areas statewide, including emergency services and intensive care units. Senior doctors and all staff members are now required to be present and perform their duties diligently during their shifts.
Failure to comply will result in strict disciplinary measures. Rathore described the Kota incidents as "extremely unfortunate" and confirmed a thorough investigation is underway, with disciplinary action already taken against some staff. The authorities are also directing hospital administrations to conduct detailed inspections of emergency units and operation theaters, ensuring regular sterilization to prevent infections and maintain equipment hygiene.
To monitor compliance, teams will be deputed across Rajasthan's hospitals. The recent events in Kota, where six women developed complications after C-section procedures, leading to two fatalities, underscore the urgency of these reforms. Accountability will be fixed on institution and unit heads if such incidents recur.
