Newborn Dies After Sweeper Allegedly Attempts Delivery at Surguja CHC

Name: Newborn Dies After Sweeper Allegedly Attempts Delivery at Surguja CHC
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Anshika Mishra

Newborn Dies After Sweeper Allegedly Attempts Delivery at Surguja CHC - Video

Published On 2026-02-24T18:15:59+05:30 | Updated On 25 Feb 2026 11:13 AM IST

Overview

In a shocking incident at Kunni Village Community Health Centre (CHC) in Chhattisgarh's Surguja, a newborn died during delivery after a sweeper reportedly tried to assist the birth in the absence of a doctor and nursing staff. The incident has raised serious concerns over staffing and preparedness at rural healthcare facilities.

According to the news reports, on the night of February 16, a woman from Jamdara village went into labor at her maternal home and was rushed to the CHC around 11 pm, seeking medical assistance. However, no doctor or staff nurse was available at the facility at the time.

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Newborn dies after sweeper attempts delivery at Surguja CHC, family alleges negligence

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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.