SKIMS frames committee to probe alleged doctors’ negligence in death of child patient

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 13 (STC): Sheri Kashmir Institute of Medical Scienecs (SKIMS) has launched an indepth investigation to the allegations of a mother who in a social media post claimed her son died because of doctors’ negligence at the Institute.
According to the statement issued by the Medical Superintendent, SKIMS, “Following a complaint received from the parents on October 18, 2025, the SKIMS administration constituted a committee to examine the matter in detail. The Head of the concerned Department has already attached the involved doctors with the Convenor of the Committee, on the very same day the committee was constituted, as an interim measure.”
The MS informed that the committee is in the final stages of its inquiry awaiting the version of the parents/attendants to ensure a fair, transparent, and comprehensive investigation.
He has assured that the SKIMS administration will deliver justice and 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 MS SKIMS said in the statement.
(Straight Talk Communications)