Thane Civil Hospital Lift Malfunctions, Traps 4-5 Patients Including Newborn Baby; All Rescued Safely - VIDEO
A major tragedy was averted after a lift at the Thane Municipal Corporation’s Civil Hospital suddenly stopped midway, trapping four to five patients inside for some time. Among those trapped was a newborn baby. Visuals of the incident have gone viral on the internet. The purported video shows security personnel assisting in the rescue of the patients and others who were stuck inside the hospital…
On August 13, 2026, a lift at Thane Municipal Corporation’s Civil Hospital unexpectedly stalled, trapping four to five individuals inside, including a newborn infant. Intense panic ensued among those confined to the elevator. Fortunately, security personnel swiftly arrived on the scene at the behest of initial reports. Collaborating with technicians, they managed to reopen the elevator doors, allowing the trapped occupants to be safely evacuated.
No injuries were sustained during this harrowing episode. Among the trapped patients, some were noted to have saline needles fastened to their hands, adding to the distress of the situation. This unforeseen malfunction has prompted serious concerns regarding the maintenance of the hospital’s technical infrastructure.
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