Ballia: Woman Dies in Kidney Surgery, Doctors Booked

A shocking incident unfolded in Ballia on Sunday evening when a 24-year-old woman, Anisha, died during a kidney stone surgery at a private hospital. Her distraught family has lodged an FIR against five doctors, accusing them of murder and gross medical negligence.

Anisha was admitted to Apurva Hospital for what was reportedly a laser-based surgery. However, her husband alleges that a major abdominal operation was performed instead, resulting in excessive bleeding and her subsequent death. He claims the hospital initially suggested transferring her to Lucknow and offered an ambulance, but upon his refusal, they informed him of her demise.

This latest death is the third such incident in Ballia in the past month, raising significant alarm bells about the quality of medical services provided by private hospitals and clinics in the region. The area near the CMO office has been particularly highlighted for unregistered clinics and quackery.

The news of Anisha's death led to widespread protests by hundreds of people outside the hospital. Senior police and administrative officials rushed to the scene to manage the escalating situation. After tense negotiations, the body was sent for a post-mortem examination, and an investigation is actively underway.