Kerala HC Directs Medical Aid, Free Education for 9-year-old Girl in Alleged Negligence Case

Name: Kerala HC Directs Medical Aid, Free Education for 9-year-old Girl in Alleged Negligence Case
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Anshika Mishra

Kerala HC Directs Medical Aid, Free Education for 9-year-old Girl in Alleged Negligence Case - Video

Published On 2026-03-11T17:13:53+05:30 | Updated On 11 March 2026 5:13 PM IST

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The Kerala High Court has directed the state government to provide long-term medical care and free education to a nine-year-old girl whose right hand had to be amputated following alleged medical negligence at the government district hospital, Palakkad

The court ordered the state government to cover the child’s medical expenses and educational costs until she turns 21. The bench observed that the girl, who comes from a financially backward family, was a victim of serious medical negligence during treatment at the district hospital in Palakkad. She had initially been brought to the hospital after suffering two fractures in her hand.

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Kerala HC Orders Medical Aid, Free Education for 9-year-old Girl in Negligence Case

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Anshika Mishra

Anshika Mishra is a dedicated scholar pursuing a Masters in Biotechnology, driven by a profound passion for exploring the intersection of science and healthcare. Having embarked on this academic journey with a passion to make meaningful contributions to the medical field, Anshika joined Medical Dialogues in 2023 to further delve into the realms of healthcare journalism.