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Sassoon Panel Submits Report on Pregnant Woman's Death as Police Protection Granted to Doctor

The classified report examines potential negligence in the case of Tanisha Bhise, denied emergency care over a deposit demand, while Dr. Sushrut Ghaisas faces threats.

The Pune police on April 8 had approached the government medical facility to seek expert opinion in connection with the death. (HT)
Alankar police have sent the report of SGH and BJMC on death of woman allegedly denied treatment at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital (in pic) back with queries. (HT FILE)

Overview

  • A six-member committee from Sassoon General Hospital and BJ Medical College has submitted its classified findings to the government and police regarding Tanisha Bhise's death.
  • The report investigates allegations of negligence after Bhise, pregnant with twins, was denied emergency admission at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital over a ₹10 lakh deposit demand.
  • Bhise delivered twin daughters at a separate hospital before succumbing to complications after multiple transfers on March 31.
  • Three additional reports, including one by the state health department, have already been submitted, with a final report from the public health department expected shortly.
  • Dr. Sushrut Ghaisas, a consulting doctor accused in the case, resigned following public backlash and has been granted police protection after receiving threats.