A promising career cut short: AIIMS Bhopal’s Dr. Srishti, an assistant professor tormented by superior Dr. Parvez, has died by suicide after anesthetic overdose. NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo announced notices to authorities, igniting hopes for justice amid outrage.
Kanoongo’s X update revealed shocking details from the complaint. Enduring humiliation, Dr. Srishti approached management thrice, only to face inaction and cover-ups. The unrelenting pressure culminated in her tragic end, spotlighting deep-seated issues in medical hierarchies.
Notices demand investigation reports from local police, AIIMS administration, and Union Health Ministry. ‘Sympathies with the grieving family. This talented doctor’s death is tragic; we pledge to deliver justice and implement safeguards,’ Kanoongo resolved.
Flashback to December: Dr. Rashmi Verma, emergency specialist, overdosed on anesthetics in her hostel room, her pulse weak upon discovery. Rushed to care, she fought for 25 days unsuccessfully. The suicide note she left took sole blame, but two such deaths in quick succession scream for systemic overhaul.
Stakeholders urge immediate steps: zero-tolerance harassment policies, anonymous reporting, psychological support, and external audits. This crisis at a premier institute like AIIMS Bhopal threatens morale across healthcare, demanding resolute action to protect those who protect us.