Chaos at Jajpur Medical as Newborn Dies, Family Protests

Jajpur: Tension gripped Jajpur District Headquarters Hospital after the death of a newborn baby sparked outrage among family members.

The infant, born to a woman from Kumbaria in Bhadrak district, was referred to Cuttack for advanced treatment but tragically passed away en route.

Grieving relatives carried the body back to the hospital premises and staged a protest, alleging negligence by the attending doctors.

The demonstration created chaos inside the medical facility as the family demanded accountability and an inquiry into the referral decision.

Police personnel rushed to the spot to pacify the crowd and restore order.

The incident has raised questions about referral practices and the adequacy of neonatal care facilities at district hospitals.