Kashmir Hospital Under Scrutiny After Dog Found in Emergency Room, 7 Suspended
Kashmir Health Workers Suspended Following Viral Video of Dog in Emergency Room
Srinagar: A disturbing incident at the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Chadoora in the Budgam district of Central Kashmir has led to swift disciplinary action against seven employees, including two doctors, after a viral video showed a dog inside the Emergency Trauma Room.
The video, which surfaced on March 14, 2025, prompted immediate scrutiny and an investigation by the Directorate of Health Services Kashmir (DHSK).
Following the incident, a committee was set up by the DHSK to investigate the matter. The inquiry revealed gross negligence and resulted in stringent action against seven healthcare employees including two doctors.
According to the news reports, the disciplinary committee found three Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) employees guilty of neglecting their duties and were suspended immediately. These employees have been attached to the DHSK while further investigation takes place.
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