Tragedy in Jaisalmer: Child's Death Sparks Medical Negligence Probe

A three-year-old girl in Jaisalmer died after being administered an injection at a medicine store. The family claims negligence while the police await an autopsy to determine the cause of death. The incident occurred after a retired doctor prescribed the injection for her cold and cough.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jaisalmer | Updated: 04-01-2025 19:31 IST | Created: 04-01-2025 19:31 IST
Tragedy in Jaisalmer: Child's Death Sparks Medical Negligence Probe
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A tragic incident occurred in Jaisalmer where a three-year-old girl passed away allegedly due to negligence following an administered injection at a local medicine store. Family members accuse the staff of the store, while authorities await autopsy results for a conclusive cause of death.

Ismail Khan, the girl's grandfather, reported that his granddaughter, Rabina, had been suffering from cold and cough. Seeking medical advice, he consulted a retired government doctor who prescribed an injection for her symptoms.

The injection was administered by a medicine store employee, after which Rabina became unconscious. Despite immediate medical assistance at a nearby hospital, she was declared dead. The incident has raised concerns about medical practices and accountability in local healthcare services.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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