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The tragic death of a 28-year-old man at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College Hospital has sparked outrage and accusations of medical negligence. The deceased, identified as Bikram Bhattacharjee, was admitted to the hospital after being struck by a truck. His mother, Kabita Bhattacharjee, alleges that her son was left bleeding for three hours without receiving medical attention due to a lack of available doctors. The hospital remains under scrutiny following the recent rape-murder of a trainee doctor on its premises, prompting a strike by doctors demanding safer working conditions.
The incident has sparked a heated debate about the responsibility of protesting doctors in the face of an urgent medical situation. Abhishek Banerjee, a TMC leader, reacted strongly to the news, condemning the delay in treatment as 'culpable homicide'. He urged the protesting doctors to find alternative forms of protest that do not compromise essential medical services, emphasizing the urgency of ensuring no more lives are lost due to inaction. Kunal Ghosh, a former TMC MP, echoed similar sentiments, stating that disrupting patient care cannot be justified, even in the pursuit of justice.
While the family of the deceased has not filed an official complaint, the authorities have made a formal diary entry regarding the incident. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between the right to protest and the obligation to ensure access to life-saving medical care. It also underscores the urgent need for addressing the root causes of the unrest within the medical profession, including concerns about safety and security.
The incident is likely to further intensify the ongoing debate surrounding the doctor's strike and the hospital's accountability. The allegations of medical negligence will likely be subject to further investigation, with potential repercussions for both the hospital administration and the protesting doctors. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for a collaborative and compassionate approach to addressing the complexities of the healthcare system, ensuring that the needs of patients are always prioritized.
Source: Youth Dies At RG Kar Hospital After ‘Left Bleeding For 3 Hours,’ TMC's Abhishek Banerjee Reacts