Shocking Incident at Chikkamagaluru Hospital: Woman Assaults Doctor, Throws Shoe

Shocking Incident at Chikkamagaluru Hospital: Woman Assaults Doctor, Throws Shoe

In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage, a woman allegedly assaulted a doctor at a government hospital in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. The incident, which was caught on camera, shows the woman grabbing the doctor by the collar and throwing a shoe at him while he was on duty.

The Incident Unfolds

According to reports, the incident occurred at the Araluguppe Mallegowda District Hospital on Tuesday when Dr. Venkatesh, an orthopedic specialist, was examining a patient named Irshad who had sustained injuries in an altercation. As Dr. Venkatesh was treating Irshad in the emergency ward, a group of the patient’s relatives entered the ward and began making noise.When the doctor asked everyone except the patient to leave the ward, an argument broke out between the hospital staff and the patient’s relatives. It was during this confrontation that a woman, identified as Taslima, a relative of Irshad, allegedly grabbed Dr. Venkatesh by the collar and pulled him. She then removed her shoe and hurled it at the doctor.

Protest by Hospital Staff

Outraged by the assault on their colleague, the doctors and staff of the Araluguppe Mallegowda District Hospital shut down the outpatient department and staged a protest. They gathered in front of the district surgeon’s office and demanded the immediate arrest of those involved in the attack on Dr. Venkatesh.The protest continued until the district surgeon’s office sent a letter to the local police alleging abuse, assault, and threat to the life of the doctor. The letter also requested the registration of a case against the accused and extra security for the doctors on duty.

Police Action and Arrests

Following the protest and the letter from the district surgeon’s office, the police registered an FIR and arrested two individuals – Taslima and Irfan – for assaulting the doctor. Chikkamagaluru SP Vikram Amathe confirmed the arrests and stated that the doctors had withdrawn their protest after the police took action.

Broader Implications and Concerns

This incident highlights the growing concerns over violence against doctors in India. In recent times, there have been several cases of doctors being assaulted by patients or their relatives, leading to calls for stricter laws to protect medical professionals in the workplace.The assault on Dr. Venkatesh has sparked outrage on social media, with many condemning the attack and demanding justice for the doctor. BJP leader CT Ravi shared the video of the incident on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) and urged the Home Minister and DGP of Karnataka to take immediate action against the accused and ensure the safety of medical staff.

Conclusion

The shocking incident at the Chikkamagaluru government hospital serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by doctors in their line of duty. While the police have taken action by arresting the accused, it is crucial for the authorities to ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future. The medical community and the public at large must stand united in condemning violence against healthcare workers and demand a safe working environment for those who dedicate their lives to saving others.