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Health
Bihar's Vaishali district deploys six ambulances, adds doctors after 13 child deaths at Raghopur PHC
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 08:01 AM
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Following the death of 13 children in Raghopur block, district officials have replaced the PHC in‑charge, dispatched six ambulances and posted additional doctors to strengthen the health setup.
The Vaishali district administration in Bihar has taken decisive steps after a tragic incident in which 13 children died in the Raghopur block. The district health officer ordered the replacement of the person in charge of the Raghopur Primary Health Centre (PHC) to address concerns over management and oversight.
In addition to the personnel change, six new ambulances have been stationed in the area to improve emergency response capabilities. The move aims to reduce transport delays for critical patients, especially children.
The administration also deployed a team of additional doctors to the PHC, bolstering the medical staff available for routine and emergency care. Officials said the measures are intended to restore public confidence in the local health system and prevent further loss of life.
District authorities have urged the community to cooperate with health workers and to report any health‑related emergencies promptly. The steps come amid heightened scrutiny of rural health infrastructure across the state.
The health department will monitor the impact of these interventions and may introduce further actions based on ongoing assessments.
In addition to the personnel change, six new ambulances have been stationed in the area to improve emergency response capabilities. The move aims to reduce transport delays for critical patients, especially children.
The administration also deployed a team of additional doctors to the PHC, bolstering the medical staff available for routine and emergency care. Officials said the measures are intended to restore public confidence in the local health system and prevent further loss of life.
District authorities have urged the community to cooperate with health workers and to report any health‑related emergencies promptly. The steps come amid heightened scrutiny of rural health infrastructure across the state.
The health department will monitor the impact of these interventions and may introduce further actions based on ongoing assessments.