Dramatic Arrest at AIIMS Rishikesh
A dramatic scene unfolded at AIIMS Rishikesh when a police van drove through a crowded waiting gallery to arrest a nursing officer accused of molestation. A video of the incident went viral on social media, raising concerns about patient safety and the conduct of hospital staff.
Arrest of Nursing Officer
Police arrested nursing officer Satish Kumar on Tuesday for allegedly molesting a female doctor on the hospital premises on Sunday evening. According to news agency PTI, the accused also sent an obscene SMS to the victim. Rishikesh Kotwali SHO Shankar Singh Bisht confirmed the arrest and stated that the accused was apprehended on Tuesday evening.
Viral Video
The viral video shows the police van entering the hospital area, which was filled with patients lying on stretchers. Guards and officials made way for the police car by shifting the stretchers. The incident occurred on the fourth floor of AIIMS Rishikesh, where the SSP Dehradun arrived for investigation.
Uttarakhand Police Response
The Uttarakhand Police reacted to the viral video and clarified that the vehicle was taken to the fourth floor of AIIMS-Rishikesh for the arrest. The SSP emphasized that the video depicted a waiting gallery, not an emergency ward, and that the security officer used the emergency route to safely remove the accused amid intense public anger.
Resident Doctor Protest
The alleged harassment incident sparked outrage among resident doctors, who demanded action against the accused. They raised slogans outside the office of the Dean Academics on Monday and staged a protest. Following the protest, a case was registered at Rishikesh Kotwali, and Satish Kumar was suspended and arrested on Tuesday. The protesting resident doctors continued their demand for his termination on Wednesday.
Conclusion
The arrest of the nursing officer and the controversy surrounding the viral video have highlighted the need for improved security and the protection of patients in medical facilities. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the outcome will be closely monitored to ensure justice for the victim and accountability for the accused.
