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Crime
Journalist Assaulted While Covering Children at Saharsa Sadar Hospital
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 10:47 PM
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A reporter was physically assaulted at Saharsa Sadar Hospital while attempting to cover a story on children, according to Amar Ujala.
Saharsa, Bihar – A journalist who entered Saharsa Sadar Hospital to report on children was reportedly beaten by unknown individuals. The incident was reported by the regional newspaper Amar Ujala, which highlighted the assault without providing details on the assailants or motive.
According to the report, the reporter was present in the hospital premises for a routine coverage of pediatric services when the confrontation occurred. No injuries were specified, and the journalist’s identity was not disclosed.
Local authorities have been notified, and a police inquiry is expected to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack. The hospital administration has not released an official statement at this time.
The incident raises concerns about the safety of media personnel in public health facilities, especially during routine coverage of vulnerable groups such as children.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
According to the report, the reporter was present in the hospital premises for a routine coverage of pediatric services when the confrontation occurred. No injuries were specified, and the journalist’s identity was not disclosed.
Local authorities have been notified, and a police inquiry is expected to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack. The hospital administration has not released an official statement at this time.
The incident raises concerns about the safety of media personnel in public health facilities, especially during routine coverage of vulnerable groups such as children.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.