Protest erupts at KIST Hospital after pregnant woman’s death

Summary

Relatives of a pregnant woman who died during childbirth protested at KIST Hospital in Lalitpur, accusing the hospital of negligence and causing damage to the premises.

Key Points
  • Relatives of a pregnant woman who died during childbirth protested at KIST Hospital in Lalitpur.
  • The protest escalated with family members breaking police barricades and damaging hospital property.
  • Police used tear gas to control the crowd, and some officers were injured by stones and bricks thrown by demonstrators.
  • The family alleges medical negligence by the hospital and claims no dialogue has occurred with hospital authorities.
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