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News18
3 days ago
- Health
- News18
Doctors Treat Patients Using Phone Light During Outage In Telangana; Chief Suspended
Last Updated: V. Sridhar Kumar, the in-charge superintendent of Zaheerabad Area Hospital, was suspended by the state health department A hospital superintendent in Telangana has been suspended after a video showing doctors treating patients with mobile phone flashlights during a power cut went viral on social media. V. Sridhar Kumar, the in-charge superintendent of Zaheerabad Area Hospital, was suspended by the state health department following allegations of negligence. In the video, doctors are seen attending to patients in a dark hospital ward, using their phone lights to examine them while patients lie on beds. The footage quickly went viral, sparking public concern and raising questions about hospital management. ఒకవైపు కరెంట్ కోతలు, మరోవైపు ఆసుపత్రిలో ఉన్న జనరేటర్ పని చేయదు. చివరకు సెల్ ఫోన్ లైట్ వెలుతురులో చికిత్స చేయాల్సిన దుస్థితి.300 పైగా పేషెంట్లు వచ్చే జహీరాబాద్ ప్రభుత్వ ఏరియా ఆసుపత్రి పరిస్థితి ఇలా ఉంటే, గ్రామీణ ప్రాంతాల్లో ఉండే ఇతర ఆసుపత్రుల పరిస్థితి ఎలా ఉన్నట్లు. ఏడాదిన్నరగా… — Harish Rao Thanneeru (@BRSHarish) May 31, 2025 The health department was alerted after the video went viral, prompting Telangana Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha to order an inquiry into the incident. Officials said a sudden power outage caused major disruption, especially in the emergency ward. Although the hospital had a backup generator, there was a delay in switching it on, which created serious problems for both patients and staff, The Times of India reported. The inquiry, conducted by the Sangareddy Collector and the Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad Commissioner, found that while a generator was available, its operation was delayed, leading to serious disruption in emergency services. The incident also sparked political criticism. Opposition leader and BRS member Harish Rao Thanneeru slammed the Congress-led state government, led by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. Sharing the video on X, Harish Rao asked: 'On one hand, there are power cuts, and on the other hand, the hospital's generator is not working. Finally, the treatment is done under the light of a cell phone. If the situation at the Zaheerabad Government Area Hospital, which sees over 300 patients, is like this, what is the situation like at other hospitals in rural areas?" 'The regime has been in power for a year and a half. The poor are losing access to medical care. @revanth_anumula Guys.. stop tying your necks in the air and provide minimum facilities. #CongressFailedTelangana," he addded. First Published: June 01, 2025, 13:22 IST
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Hosp staff treat patients using mobile flashlights after power outage
Hyderabad: The health department on Saturday suspended V Sridhar Kumar, Zaheerabad area hospital in-charge superintendent, following allegations of negligence after patients were reportedly treated under mobile phone lights during a power outage. A video showing hospital staff examining patients using mobile phone flashlights went viral on various social media platforms. According to officials, a sudden power outage and a delay in activating the backup generator caused major inconvenience to patients and doctors, especially those in the emergency ward. The incident was recorded on a mobile phone, and the footage quickly went viral on various social media platforms. Following the incident, health minister Damodar Raja Narasimha ordered an inquiry, which was conducted by the Sangareddy Collector and the Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (TVVP) Commissioner. The inquiry reportedly found that although a generator was available, there was a delay in operating it, leading to a temporary but serious disruption in emergency services. Meanwhile, the health department issued fresh instructions to all hospital superintendents across the state, mandating that generators must remain operational at all times and to ensure that no patient should suffer due to administrative negligence. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Officials also warned of strict disciplinary action against those who fail to fulfil their responsibilities. Reacting to the incident, former health minister and BRS Siddipet MLA T Harish Rao criticised the govt. In a post on X, he said, "On one hand, there are power cuts, and on the other hand, the generator in the hospital is not working. Finally, it is a miserable situation to have to be treated in the cell phone light."
Hans India
12-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Jagtial to become health care hub: Damodar
Jagtial: 'All necessary steps are being taken to develop Jagtial district into the best health care hub in the State,' Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha stated on Sunday. He held a detailed review meeting at the Collector's office with officials from the Medical & Health department, Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (TVVP), and DME-affiliated hospitals to strengthen health services in the district. He inquired about all aspects of the department, including hospital performance, doctor services, public feedback, challenges, and issues faced in hospitals. The minister assured that all necessary medical equipment will be provided to the district. He announced the approval of an MRI scanner for Jagtial General Hospital and emphasised the need to offer best services at the three dialysis centres in the district. He warned that negligence towards patients would not be tolerated and highlighted the importance of Jagtial as a key district in north Telangana for medical services. Rajanarasimha instructed doctors to work responsibly and warned of strict action in case of negligence. He directed the government hospitals to aim for 100% institutional deliveries; that medical staff should work to increase natural births in the hospitals. He urged the Anganwadi and ASHA workers to create widespread awareness in villages. 'A trauma care centre will be established in the Jagtial-Dharmapuri area to support road accident victims,' he said. He stressed the need for proper maintenance of the district's central drug centre and directed that there should be no flaws in its operation. Doctors at the dialysis centre were instructed to provide the highest quality services; all medical staff were urged to treat patients with respect and care. The minister stressed that timely medical services are mandatory; action would be taken against staff and officials who fail to meet standards. He urged staff to improve performance and serve the public efficiently, bringing a good name to government hospitals. He advised the public not to waste money on private hospitals, as advanced medical services are available in government hospitals, which everyone should take advantage of. He emphasised that increased public trust and support would enhance the reputation of public hospitals and the government. Government Whip Laxman Kumar, MLAs Aadi Srinivas (Vemulawada), Dr Sanjay (Korutla), and others were present on the day.
The Hindu
11-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Jagtial will be developed as a healthcare hub, says health minister
The Telangana government is committed to transforming Jagtial district into a premier healthcare hub in the State, said Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha during a review meeting held at the district collector's office on Sunday (May 11). In a discussion with officials from Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (TVVP) and Directorate of Medical Education (DME), the Minister reviewed hospital infrastructure, public healthcare delivery and service gaps across the district. Among the major announcements was the sanctioning of an MRI machine for the Government General Hospital, Jagtial. The Minister also highlighted the need to improve services at the district's three dialysis centres, warning that any neglect in patient care would not be tolerated. 'Jagtial is a key district in North Telangana and our goal is to make it a model in healthcare services. We will ensure all necessary medical equipment is provided, and doctors must deliver timely and compassionate care,' the Minister said. He directed health officials to promote institutional deliveries in government hospitals, setting a target of 100% government-facilitated births. Special focus was laid on increasing the number of normal deliveries, and ASHA and Anganwadi workers were asked to raise awareness about the safety and reliability of government healthcare services in their villages. The Minister also announced that a trauma care centre would be set up in Dharmapuri. Additionally, he instructed officials to ensure proper management of the district's central drug centre without any lapses. He issued a stern warning to the medical staff, asserting that strict action would be taken against those found neglecting their duties. 'Negligence will not be tolerated. Doctors and staff must provide the best services without causing inconvenience to patients,' he added.
