Tragedy in Uttarakhand: Child's Death Sparks Probe

In a disturbing development, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has initiated an inquiry following the tragic death of a one-and-a-half-year-old child in Bageshwar district. The incident is being attributed to delayed medical treatment as the child was referred to multiple facilities without receiving adequate care.

The chief minister expressed his distress on social media, labeling the child's death as 'very painful and unfortunate.' Emphasizing accountability, Dhami has tasked the Kumaon Commissioner with a thorough investigation to identify any negligence among the officers and employees involved.

The child's father claims that an urgent ambulance was not provided, contributing to the delay in treatment. The incident has attracted public attention after a video of the grieving father went viral, highlighting systemic issues within the medical response framework.

(With inputs from agencies.)