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A devastating fire at Jaipur's SMS Hospital Trauma Centre has prompted immediate governmental action. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma personally intervened, leading to the removal of top hospital officials and suspension of the fire safety agency. A comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine the exact causes of the tragic incident. The state government has committed to strengthening hospital safety protocols and providing compensation to affected families.

Key Points: Jaipur SMS Hospital Fire Tragedy Chiefs Removed Amid Probe

  • Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma personally visits hospital after tragic incident
  • Six-member committee formed to investigate comprehensive fire safety failures
  • SK Electric Company's tender cancelled and FIR registered
  • New hospital leadership appointed immediately after fire
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Jaipur hospital fire: Superintendent, in-charge removed; executive engineer suspended, FIR registered against fire safety agency

Rajasthan government takes strict action after deadly hospital fire, removes key officials and suspends fire safety agency

"Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty - Gajendra Singh Khinvsar, Medical and Health Minister"

Jaipur, Oct 6

In the wake of the tragic fire incident at the Trauma Centre of Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Hospital, the Rajasthan government has taken swift and decisive action. SMS Hospital Superintendent Dr.

Sushil Bhati and Trauma Centre In-charge Dr. Anurag Dhakad have been removed from their posts, while Executive Engineer Mukesh Singhal has been suspended with immediate effect. The state government has also cancelled the tender of SK Electric Company, the agency responsible for fire safety, and ordered that an FIR be lodged against the firm.

Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma reached SMS Hospital at 3 a.m. following the fire to personally assess the situation.

The Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the incident and directed officials to take the strictest possible action against those found responsible.

Acting on his instructions, the government swiftly initiated disciplinary measures and appointed Mrinal Joshi as the new Superintendent of SMS Hospital and Dr. B.L. Yadav as the new In-Charge of the Trauma Centre.

Earlier, Medical and Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khinvsar visited the Trauma Centre on Monday morning to review the situation. Describing the accident as extremely tragic, he expressed condolences to the families of the six deceased and prayed for strength to bear their loss.

The Minister directed the high-level investigation committee to conduct a thorough inquiry into all aspects of the incident and submit its report at the earliest. He also instructed hospital authorities to repair the damaged ICU immediately and ensure alternative arrangements for patients.

Speaking to the media, Khinvsar said the state government had constituted a six-member committee headed by the "Medical Education Commissioner" to probe the incident comprehensively.

"Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty," he said, adding that appropriate compensation will be provided to the dependents of the deceased.

The Minister further informed that the Medical Education Department had, in June, directed the CISF to prepare a report on fire safety and other security measures in SMS Hospital and affiliated institutions.

"That report will soon be received, and based on its recommendations, security systems will be strengthened across all major hospitals in the state," he said.

Medical Education Secretary Ambrish Kumar, Medical Education Commissioner Iqbal Khan, Principal of SMS Medical College Dr. Deepak Maheshwari and other senior officials were present during the visit.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good that they've suspended the officials and filed FIR against the fire safety company. But this is just damage control. The real issue is systemic corruption in government tenders. How did such an incompetent company get the contract in the first place? 🤔
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited SMS Hospital multiple times, I've noticed the poor maintenance and overcrowding. The authorities need to conduct regular safety audits in all major hospitals across Rajasthan. Prevention is better than cure, especially when lives are at stake.
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Arjun K
CM visiting at 3 AM shows concern, but what about the families who lost their loved ones? Mere compensation cannot bring back lives. We need accountability at every level - from contractors to senior officials. Hope the investigation committee does a thorough job.
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Michael C
While I respect the government's response, I'm concerned that only mid-level officials are being targeted. The responsibility goes much higher. Fire safety audits were supposed to happen in June - what delayed the implementation? The buck should stop where the decisions are made.
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Kavya N
This tragedy highlights the urgent need for modern fire safety infrastructure in all government hospitals across India. We spend crores on new equipment but ignore basic safety measures. Prayers for the departed souls and strength to their families 🙏

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