Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (HB)
Udupi, Aug 24: Several concerns were raised after 26-year-old Raksha supposedly passed away due to medical negligence. In this regard, a video conference was held with the chief minister, state home minister, health officers, police officers to discuss handing over of Raksha's body and case. As per a government order, the case is being handed over to Corps of Detectives (COD). Meanwhile, a detailed report within five days in the matter is also being sought by the superintendent of police, said Raghupathi Bhat.
Speaking at a press meet held at Press Club in Kadiyali on Monday, August 24, Bhat said, "A seven-member medical experts committee has been formed to investigate the case. The team includes Dr Chandrashekha Adiga, Uday Shankar, Rama Rao, Dr Umesh Prabhu, Dr Smitha Shenoy, HOD, Dr Nagarathna. The committee will be required to submit a detailed report within five days. An official order regarding the matter will be issued soon."
Clarifying another case where a wrong body was handed over to the family, Raghupathi Bhat said, "The ambulance driver and ‘D’ grade staff are responsible for this blunder. The administration has already issued notice to them and will take action."
Further, regarding the time for handing over the body has been fixed from 9 am to 6 pm. One of the family members will be required to identify the body. Upon confirmation, the body will be covered up. A medical officer is directed to be present in this process, the MLA added.
"For the past few months, the health departments officials have been subjected to great stress. However, such mistakes are unacceptable and are not be repeated in the district again. Doctors should be careful when dealing with such cases," Bhat said.
Discarding rumours of 'corona mafia', the MLA said, "People should not pay any heed to rumours about a 'corona mafia'. There is no such thing and no one is taking any commission to escape quarantine. We five MLAs have discussed this issue. Anyone having complains regarding people taking bribes or demanding money to remove the lockdown can approach us. We will take action within 24 hours against the concerned."
Speaking about politicizing coronavirus treatment Bhat said, "We receive instant results in the Antigen test, however, RT-PCR is authentic and it needs time. Health warriors, physicians are working day and night with no rest. People should keep their faith in the medical system. Now, the issue is being politicized. Do not play politics in this subject. There have been clerical mistakes, given the shortage of medical officials. Yet, the department is trying its best to manage."
"If an individual is experiencing mild symptoms of coronavirus, it is wise to undergo a health check-up. In case of any doubt regarding your health, the doctor will take a swab test. Do not rush to the hospital in the nick of time. Either positive or negative, a coronavirus test report cannot be changed by anyone. People need to maintain their trust in the health department."
Suresh Naik, the district BJP president said, "May the truth come to light soon. Coronavirus need not be politicized, there are other issues where people can play politics."
Mahesh Takoor town BJP president, Mattaru Ratnakar Hegde president, Coast Development Authority, Raghavendra Kini president, Udupi Urban Development Authority, Veena Shetty, block BJP president and others were present.