Investigation launched after 18-month-old dies at SKIMS Soura

Rumela De Sarkar

Investigation launched after 18-month-old dies at SKIMS Soura

Written By : Rumela De Sarkar Published On 2025-11-16T16:00:55+05:30 | Updated On 16 Nov 2025 4:01 PM IST

Tragic Death of Infant at SKIMS Sparks Hospital Inquiry

Srinagar: Following the death of an 18-month-old infant at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in Soura, authorities have launched an investigation into alleged medical negligence by hospital staff. The investigation was prompted after the child’s mother shared a detailed account of the incident on social media, highlighting serious lapses in care.

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According to the Hindustan Times, Sumaira, the mother of the child Ahmad Nayeem, wrote on Facebook on Wednesday about the incident that happened between October 17 and 18. “My child had a 101 fever on October 17. We took him to a private hospital the next morning, from where we had to shift him to SKIMS ER. When we entered the paediatric ER, we found only one doctor available, and the nurse was nowhere to be seen. The doctor told us he just needs ORS, and we could go; he is having some dehydration. Later, they put the DNS-IV fluid and asked us to go to another room. The nurse left; the doctor turned the lights off and went to sleep too,” she said.

She also wrote that when the child became restless, they informed the doctor, who reassured them that the baby would be fine. However, the infant’s condition deteriorated. They noticed his lips turning blue, and an oxygen check revealed levels had dropped to 64. A senior doctor eventually arrived and directed the child to the NICU, where it was confirmed that his oxygen levels were not reaching the brain. Within 20 minutes, the child was declared dead.

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In response, the Medical Superintendent of SKIMS confirmed that a committee has been formed to investigate the incident, with a report expected within a day or two.

The SKIMS administration assured that justice will be delivered and that strict action will be taken if anyone is found guilty. “There is zero tolerance for any casual or negligent approach by doctors, nursing staff, or paramedical personnel while dealing with patients,” the Medical Superintendent emphasized, reports Greater Kashmir.

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Rumela De Sarkar

With a keen interest in storytelling and a dedication to uncovering facts, Rumela De Sarkar joined Medical Dialogues as a Correspondent in 2024. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of North Bengal. Rumela covers a wide range of healthcare topics, including medical news, policy updates, and developments related to doctors, hospitals, and medical education