Amritsar: A pregnant woman allegedly suffered a miscarriage after road closures and traffic diversions imposed during Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's 'Shukrana Yatra' delayed her journey to the hospital in Amritsar. The incident triggered sharp political reactions and public outrage.
Husband's Allegations
The woman's husband, Jugraj Singh, in a viral video, alleged that extensive security arrangements during the CM's visit prevented them from reaching the hospital on time. According to him, his wife, who was pregnant and undergoing treatment at Guru Amar Das Hospital, remained in severe pain while they were stuck in diverted traffic routes for nearly 40 to 50 minutes.
In the video, Jugraj Singh claimed that police barricading and road closures forced them to take a detour of nearly 20 kilometres. "My wife kept suffering in pain inside the vehicle. By the time we reached the hospital, we were informed that she had suffered a miscarriage," he alleged.
Incident Details
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday when the CM visited Amritsar as part of the government's 'Shukrana Yatra' and paid obeisance at the Golden Temple before proceeding to Tarn Taran. Jugraj Singh appealed to the Punjab government to ensure that emergency vehicles carrying pregnant women or critically ill patients are not stopped during VIP movements. "Our child will never return, but such incidents should not happen to anyone else," he said.
The incident has raised questions about the necessity and management of road closures for VIP movements, especially when they affect access to emergency medical care. Political opponents have criticized the state government for prioritizing political events over public welfare.
