35-year-old patient dies after allegedly jumping from Varanasi Hospital

His family members stated that he had been admitted to the facility about a month ago. After he underwent surgery on Sunday, he was shifted to a ward on the fourth floor.

According to reports, on Tuesday morning around 12:50 AM, the patient allegedly went to the fourth floor of IPD Ward No. 4 of the hospital and jumped down from the building. According to the Daily, the patient took the drastic step while the attendant was sleeping. The noise of the fall sparked panic among hospital staff and security. Many rushed to the scene, only to find that he had died.

The incident led to considerable disruption across the hospital premises. Hospital authorities have expressed deep sorrow and promptly notified the Chitaipur police. 

Speaking to Bhaskar, ACP Bhelupur Gaurav Kumar said, “All aspects of the case are being investigated. Hospital administration, staff on duty, and the deceased's family members are being questioned. Additionally, CCTV camera footage installed in the hospital premises is also being scrutinised to confirm the cause of the incident.”