PIMS tragedy: NA forms fact-finding committee
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Friday unanimously passed a resolution condemning the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) tragedy and demanding strict action against those responsible. A special parliamentary committee was also approved unanimously. The deaths of 14 newborns in a fire at PIMS plunged National Assembly into fury and grief, as opposition lawmakers tore into the…
The National Assembly unanimously condemned the tragic fire at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) that claimed the lives of 14 newborns. A special parliamentary committee was formed to investigate the incident, which occurred on August 26 at the Mother and Child Centre's nursery. Opposition lawmakers criticized the government for alleged negligence and mismanagement, demanding strict action against those responsible.
The tragedy shone a light on broader issues of healthcare in the federal capital, with opposition parties alleging systemic deficiencies in regulatory and administrative processes. PTI lawmakers called for the resignation of the Health Minister and Prime Minister, and demanded a transparent and impartial investigation. The government responded by forming two committees to look into the incident, with the aim of preventing future tragedies and holding those responsible accountable.
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