Doctors Suspended in Midnapore Medical Tragedy

The West Bengal government suspended 12 doctors from Midnapore Medical College for negligence after the death of a woman and four others falling ill. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced a Rs 5 lakh compensation for the family, and an ongoing CID investigation following reports of expired intravenous fluid administration.

The West Bengal government has taken action against 12 doctors from Midnapore Medical College, suspending them for negligence in a case involving the death of a woman and critical illness of four others.

The incident, which allegedly involved the administration of 'expired' intravenous fluids, has prompted a serious response from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. She announced a compensation package of Rs 5 lakh for the deceased woman's family and a government job offer.

An investigation is ongoing, with the CID ready to file an FIR against the implicated medical professionals. A 13-member committee was formed to probe the allegations, according to Banerjee.

(With inputs from agencies.)