BMO-led committee formed to inquire death of woman at CHC Hajan

Srinagar, Feb 14: The Block Medical Office (BMO) Hajan has constituted a committee to inquire into the death of a woman at CHC Hajan in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Friday.
As per an order issued by BMO Hajan, officials involved in medical negligence will face disciplinary action.
“In view of the maternal death that occurred today, 14-02-2025, at CHC Hajan, it is imperative to conduct a thorough inquiry to assess the circumstances leading to the unfortunate incident and to identify any lapses in patient management,” reads the order.
As per order, BMO Hajan has been appointed as the Chairperson of the committee while Shaheen Chalkoo, Consultant Anaesthesia CHC Sumbal, Dr Nisar Ahmad Medical Officer CHC Hajan, Nasreena Kounsar In-Charge Labour Room and Mohammad Yaqoob Ganaie BM&EO Hajan are its members.
The committee has been asked to do a detailed case analysis of the deceased patient, including medical history, antenatal care received, and any complications noted during pregnancy. It has been asked to examine the treatment protocol followed during admission, delivery, and post-operative care and also assess the role of duty doctors, nursing staff, and support staff in managing the case.
Identify any medical negligence, procedural lapses, or delays in providing emergency care, the committee has been told and also reviewing the hospital records, staff duty rosters, and patient monitoring sheets to evaluate adherence to standard protocols and also the recommendations for corrective measures to prevent future incidents and improve maternal care services at CHC Hajan.
The committee has been directed to submit its detailed report within 48 hours to the Block Medical Officer, CHC Hajan.
If any negligence or misconduct is found, appropriate disciplinary action shall be recommended as per norms, the order reads, adding that findings shall be forwarded to the Chief Medical Officer, Bandipora, for further action. (KNO)