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Bengaluru Hospital Booked After Infant’s Finger Cut During Discharge

Police have opened a negligence probe under Section 125(b) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Overview

  • An FIR names a nurse, the treating doctor and Chinmaya Mission Hospital’s management after a six-month-old’s left little finger was partially severed during discharge on February 24 in Indiranagar.
  • According to the complaint, nurse Anitha allegedly used scissors while removing an IV and dressing, cutting the upper tip of the baby’s finger.
  • The child was taken to emergency care and later to the operating theatre around 7:30 pm, where a splint was applied, with further treatment documented the same day.
  • Parents Vijay Kumar and Priyadarshini allege hospital staff initially said the injury was minor and are seeking strict action for alleged negligence.
  • Indiranagar police say investigations are underway, with plans to review medical records, evaluate pediatric safety protocols and record statements from staff.