In a shocking incident that has sparked widespread outrage, an ITBP soldier in Kanpur allegedly carried his mother's severed hand for three days while demanding action against a private hospital for medical negligence. The case has prompted a police investigation and a medical probe into the allegations.
What Happened?
The soldier, identified as a jawan with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, claimed that his mother's hand was amputated due to negligence by a private hospital in Kanpur. He reportedly kept the severed hand with him as evidence and approached the police headquarters to file a complaint. The incident came to light after local media reports highlighted the jawan's desperate attempt to seek justice.
Outrage and Investigation
The case has triggered public anger, with many questioning the hospital's medical standards. The Kanpur police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the allegations of medical negligence. Additionally, a medical board has been constituted to examine the circumstances surrounding the amputation.
Police Statement: A senior police official confirmed that the soldier's complaint has been taken seriously and that all aspects of the case are being thoroughly investigated. The official also assured that action would be taken against anyone found guilty.
Hospital's Response
The private hospital involved has denied the allegations of negligence, stating that the amputation was necessary to save the patient's life due to severe infection. The hospital management has expressed willingness to cooperate with the investigation.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
