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A distressing incident at Chhatarpur District Hospital has shocked the medical community and public. An orthopaedic surgeon and Red Cross employee were fired for physically assaulting an elderly patient. The viral video of their misconduct prompted immediate disciplinary action by district authorities. The case highlights growing concerns about professional conduct in healthcare settings.

Key Points: MP Doctor Rajesh Mishra Fired for Assaulting Elderly Patient

  • Viral video captured assault of 77-year-old patient at district hospital
  • Doctor and Red Cross employee terminated for misconduct
  • Police file FIR against accused medical staff
  • Civil Surgeon suspended for inadequate response
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MP doctor, Red Cross employee dismissed for assaulting elderly man

Shocking hospital assault leads to termination of doctor and Red Cross employee in Chhatarpur after viral video exposes misconduct

"The video provided clear evidence of Dr Mishra's actions - Parth Jaiswal, District Collector"

Bhopal, April 21

In the distressing case of “misconduct” at Chhatarpur District Hospital, Dr Rajesh Kumar Mishra and Red Cross employee Raghavendra Khare have been terminated from their services for their involvement in assaulting and forcibly dragging an elderly man from the hospital premises.

Their actions, captured in a viral video on April 17, have drawn widespread condemnation, leading to strict disciplinary measures.

Dr Mishra, an orthopaedic surgeon, was employed under the National Health Mission on a contractual basis, while Raghvendra Khare was an Indian Red Cross Society, Chhatarpur, employee. The incident involved a 77-year-old man, Udhavlal Joshi, who was waiting in a queue with his wife, a patient suffering from some ailments.

A disagreement reportedly arose when Joshi questioned Dr Mishra about his delayed arrival, leading to the incident.

An FIR has been filed against both accused at Kotwali police station on Sunday.

The Civil Surgeon of the hospital, Dr G.L. Ahirwar, has also been suspended for his failure to address the matter adequately.

Dr Mishra, an orthopaedic surgeon employed under the National Health Mission on a contractual basis, was captured in a viral video engaging in "the misconduct".

The video prompted District Collector Parth Jaiswal to recommend strict disciplinary action against Dr Mishra.

Collector Jaiswal had earlier issued a notice to Dr Ahirwar, instructing him to investigate the incident. However, Dr Ahirwar's lack of initiative led to a show-cause notice and subsequent suspension after his explanation was "deemed unsatisfactory".

The Collector emphasised that the video provided clear evidence of Dr Mishra's actions, which included physically assaulting and forcibly removing Joshi from the hospital premises.

Mission Director Dr Saloni Sidana also issued a notice to Dr Mishra, demanding a response within 24 hours and warning of termination for "the grave misconduct".

Dr Mishra's reply was found "unsatisfactory", resulting in his dismissal.

Meanwhile, Chhatarpur Police have registered cases against both Mishra and Khare under Sections 115(2), 296(3)(5), and 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Samhita. It has been reported that doctors at the hospital marked their protest against the termination of Dr Mishra and the suspension of Dr Ahirwar by wearing black strips while attending their duties on Monday.

- IANS

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Priya K.
This is absolutely shameful behavior from medical professionals! How can someone sworn to care for others treat an elderly man like this? 😡 The swift action gives me some hope that accountability exists.
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Amit S.
While the doctors' actions were completely unacceptable, I wonder about the systemic pressures they might be under. Not excusing their behavior, but our healthcare system is so overburdened - maybe we need to look at root causes too.
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Rahul D.
My grandfather was treated at this hospital last year. The staff were always kind and professional. This incident seems like an exception rather than the rule. Still, zero tolerance for such behavior is necessary.
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Neha P.
That poor elderly man and his wife! Imagine being in pain, waiting for treatment, and then facing this trauma. The video must have been so distressing. Hope they're getting proper care and support now. ❤️
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Sanjay M.
I'm glad the authorities acted quickly, but why are other doctors protesting the termination? This sends a terrible message. Medical ethics should come before professional solidarity.
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Kavita R.
The fact that this was caught on video shows how important transparency is in our institutions. Without it, this might have been swept under the rug like so many other incidents. More cameras in public spaces might actually help accountability.

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