Woman, newborn die during botched delivery at nursing home; 3 arrested

Speaking to TOI, Investigators said the nursing home had assured the woman’s family that it was fully equipped for a safe delivery. On this basis, the victim, Roji Nayak, was admitted on 11 May. "After four hours of labour, the delivery was conducted by the accused without any qualified doctor present."

The newborn was declared dead shortly after birth. The Woman's condition rapidly deteriorated, and she was being rushed to MKCG Medical College and Hospital when she succumbed to her injuries on the way.

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Medical Dialogues had previously reported that in a tragic incident that has sparked outrage across Bihar’s Karakat region, a 26-year-old pregnant woman died during a botched C-section surgery allegedly carried out by a quack with guidance from another doctor over a video call. The incident, which took place at a private clinic in Godari village, has since been sealed by authorities.