Senior Doctor Allegedly Assaulted by Junior Colleague at Noida Hospital
A disturbing case of alleged physical assault involving two medical professionals has emerged at the Child PGI Hospital in Noida's Sector 30. The incident has sent shockwaves through the healthcare community and prompted immediate police intervention.
Details of the Alleged Assault
According to the official complaint filed at the Sector 20 police station, the victim, Dr. Shivangi Raj Jaiswal, a senior physician, has accused her junior colleague, Dr. Aditya Verma, of physically assaulting her during night duty hours. The alleged incident occurred around 2:00 AM on Friday morning in the hospital's emergency ward.
Dr. Jaiswal stated that an argument initially broke out between the two doctors over an unspecified issue. The disagreement reportedly escalated rapidly, with Dr. Verma allegedly losing his temper and repeatedly slapping the senior doctor during the confrontation.
The complainant further alleged that besides the physical assault, Dr. Verma also used abusive language and issued death threats during the altercation. Dr. Jaiswal emphasized that the incident caused her not only physical injuries but also significant mental trauma, and she has demanded strict legal action against the accused.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
Police authorities have confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including:
- Section 115(2) for voluntarily causing hurt
- Section 352 for intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace
- Section 351(3) for criminal intimidation
An investigating officer stated, "We have initiated a thorough investigation and are currently verifying the allegations with the assistance of CCTV footage and other available evidence. Statements from both parties involved are being recorded systematically. Necessary legal action will be taken once the inquiry is completed."
Police sources have confirmed that the entire incident was reportedly captured on the hospital's CCTV surveillance system, and this footage is being meticulously examined as a crucial component of the investigation.
Hospital's Internal Inquiry and Response
The Child PGI Hospital administration has responded promptly to the serious allegations by constituting an independent internal inquiry panel. Hospital Director A.K. Singh provided details about the institutional response.
"The unfortunate incident occurred when both doctors were performing their night duty responsibilities in the emergency ward," Singh explained. "While Dr. Jaiswal has been serving at our hospital for an extended period, Dr. Verma joined our staff only a few months ago. We have established an internal investigation team that is currently reviewing the CCTV footage and questioning staff members who were present during the incident, along with colleagues of both doctors. A comprehensive report will be prepared shortly, after which appropriate further action will be determined."
Impact on Hospital Community
The alleged assault has generated considerable concern and distress among hospital staff members. Several doctors and healthcare professionals have expressed profound shock that such an incident could occur within a medical facility dedicated to patient care and healing.
The case highlights workplace safety issues within healthcare institutions and raises questions about conflict resolution mechanisms among medical professionals working under high-pressure conditions, particularly during night shifts in emergency settings.
As both police and hospital investigations proceed simultaneously, the medical community awaits clarity on the circumstances surrounding this troubling incident at one of Noida's prominent healthcare facilities.
