Bihar: Top Patna Medical College Official Removed From Post After Minor Rape Victim Dies

The Bihar health department has removed PMCH's acting superintendent, Dr Abhijit Singh, from his post. He has been accused of failing to perform his duties.

The superintendent in charge of PMCH has been removed from his post.

Source : PTI

The death of a 9-year-old girl at Patna's PMCH after being raped on May 26 in Muzaffarpur's Kudhani has sparked massive outrage. The Bihar government has sprung into action after the death, removing the superintendent of PMCH from his post.

PMCH superintendent Dr. Abhijeet Singh was accused of failing to perform his duties effectively and of administrative failure.

SKMCH Doctor Also Suspended

Meanwhile, Dr Kumari Bibha of Muzaffarpur's Shri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH) was also suspended. Bibha was accused of not adhering to referral policies, failing to perform her duties properly, and displaying "gross insensitivity in treating the victim". During her suspension period, Kumari Bibha will receive only a subsistence allowance as per the Bihar government's service rules.

Bihar Minor Raped On May 26

The crime against the minor girl took place on May 26th. She was initially admitted to SKMCH in Muzaffarpur but was later transferred to PMCH in Patna due to inadequate treatment. However, she died in Patna due to a lack of proper medical care, leading to protests. The Bihar health department's decision follows continuous pressure from the Opposition.

Panel To Probe Negligence In Bihar Rape Rape Victim's Treatment 

Health Minister Mangal Pandey stated on Tuesday, June 3, "I was out of Patna and upon returning, I looked into the incident. The child received treatment at SKMCH after the incident and was later brought to PMCH. I have instructed senior officials to form a high-level committee. A three-member investigation team, led by the most senior officers of the department – namely, R N Chaudhary, B K Singh, and Pramod Kumar – has been constituted."

The minister added, "All facts will be brought to light, and action will be taken against anyone found guilty. It is believed that more doctors and staff from SKMCH, Muzaffarpur, and PMCH may face action in this case."