Jalandhar Hospital Tragedy: Four Doctors Disciplined After Oxygen Deaths
Three patients lost their lives at a Jalandhar hospital on July 30, 2025, due to a disruption in oxygen supply. This led to disciplinary action against four hospital staff, including the Medical Superintendent and a house surgeon.
The incident prompted a swift response from the state Health Minister. He attributed the deaths to administrative failures within the hospital.
An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the oxygen supply disruption. Preliminary reports suggest a combination of technical malfunction and inadequate backup systems.
The Health Minister has ordered an immediate review of oxygen and power backup systems in all state hospitals. This directive aims to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
This tragic event underscores the critical need for robust infrastructure and emergency preparedness in our healthcare facilities, particularly in ensuring uninterrupted oxygen supply—a matter of life and death for many patients. The state’s response highlights the urgent need for systemic reforms to prevent similar incidents.
