Overview
- Anuradha, 35, died at Badshah Khan Civil Hospital after months of tuberculosis treatment at multiple facilities.
- Her family says staff refused transport and private operators sought about Rs 500–700, so they took her home by cart for a reported 10–12 km.
- Principal medical officer Dr. Ram Bhagat ordered an inquiry, and deputy civil surgeon MP Singh said departmental action will follow if negligence is found.
- Hospital administrators state hearse vans are accessed via the Indian Red Cross helpline, contend no formal request was made, and plan to display helpline information.
- Relatives report exhausting savings on care at AIIMS and Safdarjung and borrowing for last rites, while officials note private ambulances operate outside health department control.