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Doctor attacks guard over lack of transport at Shahdol district hospital, video goes viral
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 12:15 PM
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A female anesthesiologist at Shahdol district hospital became irate when no vehicle was provided for her home after an emergency delivery, leading to a scuffle with a guard that was captured on video.
An emergency call brought a female anesthesiologist to Shahdol district hospital for a delivery. After the operation, she requested a vehicle to return home, but none was available.
Frustrated by the lack of transport, the doctor confronted a security guard at the hospital entrance. The altercation was recorded on a smartphone and quickly spread across social media platforms.
Hospital officials have not yet issued an official statement, but the incident has sparked criticism of the facility's patient‑and‑staff support services. Local authorities are reportedly reviewing the video to determine whether any disciplinary action is warranted.
The episode highlights broader concerns about infrastructure and emergency response protocols in smaller district hospitals across Madhya Pradesh.
Frustrated by the lack of transport, the doctor confronted a security guard at the hospital entrance. The altercation was recorded on a smartphone and quickly spread across social media platforms.
Hospital officials have not yet issued an official statement, but the incident has sparked criticism of the facility's patient‑and‑staff support services. Local authorities are reportedly reviewing the video to determine whether any disciplinary action is warranted.
The episode highlights broader concerns about infrastructure and emergency response protocols in smaller district hospitals across Madhya Pradesh.