Jaipur, August 8: A private hospital in Alwar, Rajasthan, has come under scrutiny after a woman died following childbirth. The incident prompted the health department to revoke the hospital’s license on Friday. The tragic event occurred at Nishu Hospital in Nagla Raisis, leading to an order from Gayatri Rathore, Principal Secretary of the Medical and Health Department, to file an FIR against the hospital.
An investigation revealed that a member of the nursing staff conducted the delivery without the presence of a qualified doctor, resulting in the patient’s death. This case was highlighted during a review meeting on maternal and child health services, chaired by Rathore via video conference from the health building.
The incident took place on August 4, when Sahil Khan’s wife, Anjum (Pinky), was admitted for delivery at Nishu Hospital. The inquiry found that the delivery was performed by a nursing staff member without medical supervision, leading to the woman’s unfortunate demise. Following the revelation, the department initiated immediate action against the hospital.
Due to identified irregularities, the department has revoked the hospital’s license under the Clinical Establishments Act. All operations at the hospital have been ordered to cease immediately.
The health department has also written to the Medical Council of India, requesting action against the hospital’s operator, Bhuwanesh Kumar Sharma. Additionally, a letter has been sent to the Nursing Council recommending action against Rafiqun Bano, the nursing staff member who allegedly conducted the delivery.
During the review meeting, Rathore instructed officials to maintain accurate and updated records of health checks for pregnant women and to upload data promptly. She directed Principal Medical Officers, Chief Medical and Health Officers, and medical college officials to handle high-risk pregnancy cases with utmost seriousness and sensitivity.
The Principal Secretary also ordered that a notice be issued to the Divisional Joint Director for negligence in handling high-risk pregnancies in the Ajmer division.
The review also discussed the status of biomedical equipment in government hospitals. Officials were instructed to update the e-equipment portal with information on additional, non-functional, and repairable devices. Rathore urged maintenance agencies to promptly repair reusable medical equipment to maximize hospital resources and improve patient care.
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