Rajasthan Man Declared Dead Found Breathing During Cremation, Three Doctors Suspended
Rajasthan Man Declared Dead Found Breathing During Cremation, Three Doctors Suspended
Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan: In a startling incident, a man declared dead by doctors at a government hospital was found breathing moments before his cremation. The negligence led to the suspension of three doctors and a departmental investigation.
Rohitash, a disabled and mentally challenged individual residing at Maa Seva Sansthan in Baggad, Jhunjhunu, was brought to the emergency ward of the government BDK Hospital on Thursday morning in an unconscious state. He was declared dead by a doctor, and his body was transferred to the hospital mortuary.
After two hours, a post-mortem was conducted, and the body was handed over to the institute for cremation. However, during the cremation preparations, it was noticed that Rohitash was breathing. He was immediately rushed back to the hospital and admitted to the ICU.
Investigation Ordered into Medical Negligence
Upon learning of the incident, the district administration intervened. The Tehsildar and the Station House Officer (SHO) of Bagad were sent to investigate. CCTV footage from the hospital was reviewed, and District Collector Ramavatar Meena labeled the incident as gross medical negligence. A detailed report was sent to the Health Department, prompting swift action.
Doctors Suspended, Departmental Probe Initiated
Based on the Collector’s report, three doctors from BDK Hospital—Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sandeep Pachar, Dr. Yogesh Jakhar, and Dr. Navneet Meel—were suspended. Orders for their suspension were issued by the Joint Secretary of the Health Department.
As a disciplinary measure, the suspended doctors have been assigned to different locations during the inquiry. Dr. Sandeep Pachar will report to the CMHO office in Jaisalmer, Dr. Yogesh Jakhar to Barmer, and Dr. Navneet Meel to Jalore. A departmental investigation is ongoing to determine the extent of the negligence.
This incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns over the standards of medical care and accountability in the state.
