Amid reports of the deaths of four pregnant women and cases of kidney failure at Kota hospitals, Rajasthan Energy Minister Hiralal Nagar has criticized alleged negligence and corruption within his government. Nagar expressed concerns over the deaths of pregnant women due to kidney failure at Kota’s hospital, attributing the tragedies to negligence, infections, and corruption in medical procurement. He highlighted issues such as fungus and dampness in the operation theatre leading to infections and severe health deterioration in pregnant women, resulting in kidney failure cases.
Nagar emphasized that these incidents have significantly impacted public trust in government hospitals. He accused officials of making unethical decisions driven by corruption to cover up the situation. The Minister also called for a thorough investigation into the procurement of non-branded medical supplies at New Medical College Hospital and MBS Hospital over the past year.
In a letter to the Health Minister and the Medical Education Secretary, Nagar demanded an immediate inquiry into the purchase of medicines, bandages, and gauze, urging legal and departmental actions against those involved in the procurement process. He personally visited hospital wards, interacted with patients, and received updates from senior doctors regarding the affected women’s conditions.
Meanwhile, Education Minister Madan Dilawar faced criticism for celebrating his birthday near the hospital while families of the deceased women protested outside the Super Specialty Block. Dilawar participated in festivities at Agarwal Seva Sadan, where songs were sung, cymbals played, and food served to around 500 people. Opposition leaders and locals questioned the timing of the celebrations during the hospital crisis.
Tikaram Jully demanded an apology from Dilawar, condemning the Minister’s insensitivity and irresponsible conduct during the ongoing hospital crisis. Locals mentioned that Dilawar visited the hospital when the women’s health deteriorated but did not return to assess the situation or meet the families of the deceased women afterward.
