Overview
- On June 16, the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation issued a suo motu show-cause notice to Shivneri Hospital over the erroneous death declaration.
- Dr. Prabhu Ahuja has been asked to explain why he certified Abhiman Tayade dead without confirming vital signs or pulse.
- Sixty-four-year-old Tayade, who has diabetes, jaundice and an abdominal tumor, revived before final rites and remains stable in Criticare Hospital’s ICU.
- UMC Health Officer Mohini Dharma said the civic body acted after the case gained widespread attention on social media.
- Authorities will decide on constituting an inquiry committee based on the adequacy of Dr. Ahuja’s explanation.