Negligence at Faridabad Hospital: Woman Gives Birth in Park Due to Locked Gates
Faridabad shocker: Woman delivers baby in govt hospital park without doctor or nurse under phone light
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In a distressing incident in Faridabad, Haryana, a woman delivered her baby in the park of a government hospital after being unable to access medical staff due to locked gates. The family was forced to assist with the delivery using a mobile phone light, prompting an inquiry into the hospital's negligence.
- 01The incident occurred around 1:40 AM at the First Referral Unit hospital in Sector 3, Faridabad.
- 02Balesh, the mother, was in advanced labor and delivered her third son with the help of a relative.
- 03The Haryana health department has launched an inquiry, resulting in the suspension of two staff members.
- 04Officials admitted serious lapses in night duty arrangements, with the main gate locked and no staff available.
- 05The state government plans to establish a maternal and infant mortality 'war room' to enhance emergency response.
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A woman named Balesh from Badoli village in Faridabad, Haryana, experienced a harrowing childbirth in the park of a government hospital due to alleged negligence. Arriving at the First Referral Unit hospital around 1:40 AM on Saturday, her family found the main gate locked and could not locate any medical staff for assistance. Despite their desperate attempts to call for help, no one responded, forcing Balesh to give birth with the aid of a relative and a mobile phone torch. After the delivery, which occurred within minutes, both mother and newborn were moved inside the hospital. The incident has sparked outrage, leading the Haryana health department to initiate an inquiry that uncovered significant lapses in night duty arrangements. Two staff members were suspended as a result. Officials acknowledged that the main gate was closed, although another gate was available for emergencies. In response to this incident, the state government announced plans to create a 'war room' focused on maternal and infant mortality to improve emergency care for pregnant women.
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This incident raises serious concerns about the accessibility and responsiveness of healthcare services in Faridabad, particularly for pregnant women in emergencies.
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