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Health
Three newborns die after ventilator explodes at government hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 10:04 AM
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A ventilator malfunction at a government hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, caused the deaths of three newborns, prompting an immediate investigation by health officials.
A critical incident unfolded at a government-run hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, when a neonatal ventilator reportedly exploded during use. The malfunction led to the loss of three newborn infants who were receiving respiratory support.
Hospital staff rushed to stabilize the babies, but the sudden blast caused severe injuries that could not be reversed. The deceased infants were identified as being only a few days old and were under intensive care at the time of the incident.
State health officials arrived at the scene shortly after the tragedy and have ordered a thorough forensic examination of the equipment. The hospital administration has been directed to cooperate fully with the investigation and to provide a detailed report on maintenance records.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of critical care devices in public hospitals across the state. The Maharashtra Health Department has announced a review of all neonatal ventilators in government facilities to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Hospital staff rushed to stabilize the babies, but the sudden blast caused severe injuries that could not be reversed. The deceased infants were identified as being only a few days old and were under intensive care at the time of the incident.
State health officials arrived at the scene shortly after the tragedy and have ordered a thorough forensic examination of the equipment. The hospital administration has been directed to cooperate fully with the investigation and to provide a detailed report on maintenance records.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of critical care devices in public hospitals across the state. The Maharashtra Health Department has announced a review of all neonatal ventilators in government facilities to prevent similar occurrences in the future.