Amravati Hospital Fire: Health Department Orders Detailed Probe After Three Newborn Deaths
Mumbai: The Maharashtra Health Department and district administration have taken serious note of the fire that broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of Amravati District Women’s Hospital in the early hours of August 24, claiming the lives of three newborn babies. Authorities have assured a detailed investigation into the incident and strict action against those found responsible.…
In a tragic incident at Amravati District Women’s Hospital, a fire broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) on August 24, resulting in the untimely deaths of three newborn babies. The Maharashtra Health Department and district administration have taken the matter seriously and have vowed to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
The incident was visited by Maharashtra Minister Meghna Bordikar and MLA Pratap Adsad, who inspected the site along with other senior health officials. Following the tragedy, the Health Department and district administration have assured strict action against those found responsible in accordance with the law. They have also visited four private hospitals where 36 newborns had been admitted for treatment, reviewing their health conditions with doctors and interacting with their parents.
A committee to investigate the fire has been constituted, and the Health Department and district administration have stressed the importance of ensuring proper treatment and the safety of newborn babies.
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