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12 postpartum deaths reported at Kota government hospital, concerns rise over medical care
✍️ Amar Ujala · Kota
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 05:15 PM
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Phoolabai Mehta became the twelfth postpartum woman to die at a government hospital in Kota, prompting renewed criticism of the facility's maternal care.
A postpartum woman identified as Phoolabai Mehta, who was transferred from Baran to Kota, died at a government hospital, marking the twelfth maternal death recorded at the facility in recent weeks.
The series of fatalities has intensified scrutiny of the hospital's obstetric services, with local residents and health advocates questioning the adequacy of staffing, equipment and emergency response protocols.
Rajasthan health officials have acknowledged the deaths and said a detailed investigation is underway to determine any lapses in care. They have also pledged to reinforce maternal health resources across the district.
In the meantime, families of the deceased women are demanding accountability and better supervision of maternity wards to prevent further loss of life.
The series of fatalities has intensified scrutiny of the hospital's obstetric services, with local residents and health advocates questioning the adequacy of staffing, equipment and emergency response protocols.
Rajasthan health officials have acknowledged the deaths and said a detailed investigation is underway to determine any lapses in care. They have also pledged to reinforce maternal health resources across the district.
In the meantime, families of the deceased women are demanding accountability and better supervision of maternity wards to prevent further loss of life.