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Beed Hospital death sparks protest, demand for action

Beed (Maharashtra), Aug 4 (UNI) Protesters staged a dharna outside the Beed District Collector's office today demanding action against medical staff and financial relief for the family of Chhaya Ganesh Panchal, who died during delivery at the district hospital recently.
The demonstration, organized by Vishwakalyan Mahila Sevabhav Sanstha with representative Kishkinda Panchal participating, seeks suspension proceedings against District Surgeon Raut, the attending medical officer, and nursing staff. Protesters allege suppression of the case despite initial suspension of one nurse.
A compensation demand of Rs 25 lakh for the victim's family has been formally submitted to district authorities.
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