A tragic incident at a government hospital in Andhra Pradesh has sparked outrage after a newborn baby boy allegedly died due to a disruption in oxygen supply following a power outage.
Power outage disrupts treatment
The incident occurred at NTR Hospital, where the infant, born just three days earlier, had been admitted for treatment of jaundice.
According to family members, the baby was shifted to a special ward and required oxygen support. However, a sudden power failure reportedly disrupted the oxygen supply, leading to a critical delay in treatment.
Allegations of negligence
Relatives allege that the disruption in oxygen supply directly contributed to the infant’s death. They claim that timely intervention could have prevented the tragedy.
The incident has raised serious questions about emergency preparedness and backup systems in healthcare facilities, particularly in critical care units.
Protest by family members
Following the death, family members staged a protest outside the hospital, demanding accountability and strict action against those responsible.
The protest highlighted growing concerns over patient safety and infrastructure reliability in public hospitals.
Demand for investigation
The grieving family has called for a thorough investigation into the incident, urging authorities to examine whether negligence or systemic failure led to the loss.
Officials are expected to review the circumstances surrounding the power outage and assess whether proper backup mechanisms were in place.
Broader concerns over hospital infrastructure
The incident underscores the importance of uninterrupted power supply and reliable medical infrastructure in hospitals, especially in neonatal and intensive care units.
Experts stress that robust backup systems and timely response protocols are essential to prevent such tragedies.