Furore raised over patient's death
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 09 2012:
People of Irom Meijrao raised a furore over the death of a patient at Nambol Community Health Centre today.
According to information culled from the spot, Sougrakpam Thambalsana (53) w/o Ranjit died at the CHC at around 5.30 am today.
She was brought to the CHC with complaints of burning pain on the chest at about 3.30 am today.
According to the patient party, Thambalsana was strong though she complained of burning sensation on the chest and she came to the CHC on foot.
They alleged that Thambalsana died due to negligence on the part of the medical officer.
Enraged by the death of Thambalsana, a large number of people from Irom Meijrao raised a furore at the CHC.
The mob was, however, mollified by police and the situation was brought under control.