Tension gripped BK Civil Hospital in Faridabad after the death of a 45-year-old man led to allegations of delay in treatment and infrastructure failure.
The deceased, Faiz Ahmed, a welder originally from Bihar, reportedly collapsed at home after complaining of severe chest pain and breathlessness. He was rushed to the hospital by friends, who later accused staff of delaying treatment due to paperwork requirements.
Allegations of delay and infrastructure issues
According to those who accompanied him, hospital staff allegedly asked them to first obtain a patient card and OPD slip before a doctor would attend to him, despite his critical condition.
They further claimed that after doctors advised shifting Ahmed to the third-floor heart centre, they faced another hurdle as the lift was reportedly not working. The group alleged they were forced to carry him through a long underground ramp, losing precious time.
By the time they reached the designated unit, Ahmed had reportedly died.
Hospital denies claims
Hospital authorities, however, strongly denied the allegations. Officials stated that Ahmed was brought in a “near-death” condition and was attended to immediately upon arrival.
They also clarified that the lift was fully operational and dismissed the claims circulating on social media as misleading.
Medical officers maintained that the patient was in a critical, gasping state and could not be revived despite efforts.
Renewed focus on emergency care
The incident has once again raised concerns about emergency response systems and infrastructure in public hospitals. Eyewitnesses described the situation as deeply concerning, stressing that essential services like functional lifts and immediate medical attention are crucial in emergencies.
The episode comes amid previous criticism of the same hospital over alleged lapses in patient care, intensifying scrutiny on healthcare delivery standards.
Authorities are expected to review the incident as public concern grows over accountability and patient safety.