A shocking case of medical negligence has come to light from Haridwar after a pregnant woman gave birth on the floor of a women’s hospital in distress. An investigation led by Dr. RV Singh, Chief Superintendent of the District Hospital, has found Dr. Saloni Pant guilty of negligence.
Action Taken After Video Went Viral
Following the investigation, Chief Medical Officer Dr. RK Singh has terminated Dr. Pant’s services. Two staff nurses on duty at the time — Gyanendri and Vanshika Mittal — were also found negligent. Adverse entries have been made in their service records.
Incident Details
As per reports, a pregnant woman in labour pain arrived at the women’s hospital seeking treatment on Monday night. Dr. Saloni Pant examined her but refused to admit her, instructing her to go home. The woman’s condition worsened, and she gave birth on the hospital floor. Only after delivery, she was admitted to the hospital. A video of the incident is going viral on the social media.
The woman’s family lodged a complaint with CMO Dr. RK Singh, prompting the health department to initiate a formal investigation under Dr. RV Singh.
Investigation Findings
The probe revealed that Dr. Saloni Pant failed to admit the woman in time, directly leading to the delivery taking place on the floor. Both nurses on duty were also found negligent for showing no urgency in admitting the patient.
