FIR Registered Against Two for Hospital Disruption
The Kullu police have registered an FIR against two individuals for allegedly gathering a large crowd at the Kullu Regional Hospital, leading to disruption of healthcare services and a tense atmosphere. The FIR was lodged at the Sadar police station under Sections 132, 189(1), and 191(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, based on a written complaint by Dr Hira Lal Bodh, the Medical Superintendent of the hospital.
Protest Over Woman's Death After Caesarean Surgery
According to the complaint, on June 29, a crowd of approximately 2,000 to 2,500 people gathered at Dhalpur and then proceeded to the hospital premises. They were demanding justice in connection with the death of a woman who had undergone a caesarean surgery on June 21. The crowd was reportedly mobilized through various social media platforms.
Protesters Entered Sensitive Hospital Areas
The protesting crowd entered several sensitive and restricted areas of the hospital, including the emergency department, front desk, reception area, the Chief Medical Officer's office, the Medical Superintendent's office, the pediatric ward, and various corridors. They raised slogans against doctors and nursing staff, creating a hostile and intimidating environment for healthcare workers.
Hospital Functioning Severely Disrupted
The hospital administration stated that the influx of protesters into critical departments severely disrupted the functioning of the hospital. The presence of a large mob rendered the atmosphere tense for both staff and patients. Kullu SP Madan Lal Kaushal said that the police were conducting a thorough investigation and would ensure that due process was followed in the matter.
Social Activists Demand Fair Probe
A delegation led by social activist Aman Sood met with the Kullu SP on Friday and demanded a fair probe into the incident. Sood claimed that the protest was peaceful and there had been no violence or damage to property. He argued that the cognizable and non-bailable offences for which the case had been registered were typically meant for armed violence, but no individual was manhandled or attacked with weapons during the demonstration in the hospital. The SP assured the delegation that all proceedings would be carried out strictly according to law.
