Health Minister Orders Probe into Woman Giving Birth on Sidewalk
Summary
Health Minister Nisha Mehta has ordered an investigation after a woman gave birth on a sidewalk outside Gajendra Narayan Singh Sagarmatha Hospital in Rajbiraj, which had refused to admit her. The ministry says it will take legal action against any hospital staff or administrators found responsible.
Key Points
- Health Minister Nisha Mehta said an investigation team has been formed and sent to Rajbiraj over the incident.
- The woman reportedly gave birth on the footpath after Gajendra Narayan Singh Sagarmatha Hospital refused to admit her.
- A 5-member Ethical Committee led by the Registrar of the Nepal Medical Council and a ministry team are examining the case.
- MP Ramesh Malla demanded strict action and accountability from the ministry for the incident at the federal hospital.
