A tragic incident occurred at Bhadrak District Headquarters Hospital when a woman patient, Minati Parida, lost her life due to a suspected lift malfunction.
The patient, who was being transferred to the medicine ward, became trapped when the lift unexpectedly moved, and she was crushed.
The incident caused panic among hospital staff and visitors, sparking protests from the patient’s family and locals. The Bhadrak Town Police intervened to restore order, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the malfunction and assess any lapses in safety measures.
Authorities, including the District Collector and Chief District Medical Officer, have assured the public that steps will be taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The tragedy has highlighted the urgent need for improved hospital infrastructure and stricter safety protocols.
