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Doctor Found Dead in Hostel Room, Probe Launched
10 Aug
Summary
- Resident doctor found dead in hostel room at New Civil Hospital.
- Health minister assures thorough investigation into the incident.
- High-level committee formed to probe all aspects of the death.
A resident doctor from Surat's New Civil Hospital was found dead in his hostel room on Sunday, with preliminary investigations suggesting suicide. The 30-year-old doctor, Harsh Pandya, was discovered by colleagues when he failed to report for duty.
Health Minister Praful Pansheriya has announced the formation of a high-level committee to conduct a swift 24-hour probe. This committee, led by the medical college's dean and hospital superintendent, will investigate all angles, including potential ragging or harassment.
Statements from fellow students and staff are being gathered to ensure transparency. The minister assured the doctor's family that strict legal and administrative action would be taken against anyone found responsible, while police continue their investigation into the death.
