SONAPUR, Nov 10: A woman died while undergoing treatment at Sonapur District Hospital in Kamrup district, triggering protests by her family members and local residents, who alleged negligence by the doctor on duty.
The deceased was identified as Golapi Deka, a resident of Digaru in Sonapur. She was admitted to the hospital at around 10.30 pm on Monday after complaining of dizziness and vomiting.
Dr Dharmendra Patowary, who was on duty, initially examined her and arranged for saline to be administered, the family alleged. Deka died at around 5 am on Tuesday.
Her family alleged that the doctor did not return to examine her through the night after the initial check-up. They also alleged that ward boys and security guards administered the saline instead of a doctor.
The family and local residents said Deka's condition deteriorated during treatment and they repeatedly requested that she be referred to a better-equipped hospital. They alleged that the hospital authorities did not take the necessary steps.
Family members said her life could have been saved had she been referred for advanced treatment in time.
They staged a protest at the hospital and demanded a high-level, impartial inquiry into the death. They also sought strict action against Dr Patowary and urged the health department and administration to act.
