JAC alleges medical negligence, hospital clarifies
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal/Bishnupur, July 27 2025: The Joint Action Committee (JAC) in connection with the death of Moirangthem Ranjit has announced that his body will not be claimed until an agreement is reached between the family, hospital authorities, and the JAC.

Ranjit 40) of Nambol Kongkham Mayai Leikai, died on July 26 following surgery at Asian Hospital, Kwakeithel, two days after he was injured in an accident in Nambol area.

Speaking at a press conference held at the office of the Development and Protection United Voluntary Organisation, Nambol, JAC convenor L Premila alleged that Ranjit's death was the result of medical negligence by Asian Hospital.

She stated that although an operation was scheduled for July 25 at 2 pm, it was delayed until 6 pm due to the unavailability of doctors.

Following the surgery, the hospital informed the family that Ranjit was experiencing breathing difficulties but did not provide a ventilator.

The JAC claimed that this failure contributed to his death.

The JAC has demanded Rs 50 lakh in compensation for Ranjit 's wife and child, and also called for appointment of qualified doctors in private hospitals.

It also insisted on cancellation of Asian Hospital's operating licence and ban its further operation.

JAC co-convenor Th Lamjingba asserted that Ranjit would have survived if he had received timely and complete treatment upon admission.

He accused the hospital of flouting medical ethics and warned that protests would be intensified if their demands are not met by July 30.As part of its agitation, the JAC has announced a bandh on Tiddim Road on July 31 from 3 am to 6 pm, and also informed that it is preparing to submit a memorandum to the Governor.

Meanwhile, the Asian Hospital and Research Institute, in a statement, refuted the allegations and clarified that Ranjit died of complications from a severe abdominal infection caused by intestinal perforation.

According to the hospital, Ranjit was admitted after midnight on July 24 with multiple facial injuries.

Initial CT scans and ultra sound reports did not show any serious condition.

However, on the afternoon of July 25, Ranjit complained of abdominal pain.

A follow up ultrasound revealed the intestinal perforation, prompting surgery.

The hospital said that due to the perforation, faecal matter had spread within the abdominal cavity, leading to a severe infection that caused a rapid drop in blood pressure and eventually cardiac arrest.

Doctors made every effort to stabilise his condition but were unsuccessful, the statement added.

The hospital also stated that it was unable to obtain a complete medical history from the family at the time of admission, which may have hindered immediate diagnosis.

It urged the public not to malign the hospital's image and said that anyone could access hospital records to verify the facts.

The institute expressed its condolences to Ranjit's family, acknowledging their loss.

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