A wave of intense anger swept through Chhatarpur after 17-year-old Shivani Yadav passed away during treatment on a Saturday morning. A resident of Badamalhera, Shivani was living in a rented accommodation in the Shanti Nagar colony under the Civil Lines police station area to pursue her studies. Her sudden death has triggered serious allegations against a local private practitioner and sparked protests by grieving relatives and local residents.
Allegations Raised by the Family
Shivani’s father, Virendra Yadav, stated that when his daughter fell ill on Friday, she was taken to a private doctor named Abha Khare. According to the family, initial examinations appeared normal, and the doctor prescribed a single pill. However, relatives alleged that shortly after consuming the medication, Shivani began vomiting and complained of severe headaches through the night. As her condition deteriorated rapidly, she was rushed to the district hospital, which promptly referred her to a major medical center in Jhansi.
Tragic Death While Being Transferred
After receiving preliminary treatment in Jhansi, Shivani was referred further to Gwalior for advanced medical care. Tragically, she breathed her last around 9:00 AM on Saturday while being transported from Jhansi to Gwalior. A heartbroken family brought her mortal remains back to Chhatarpur. Her father Virendra Yadav insisted that Shivani was in perfect health before taking the prescribed pill. He asserted that the family has preserved the specific tablet as evidence and demanded a transparent inquiry alongside strict action against the responsible parties.
Protest and Road Blockade Outside District Hospital
As soon as the body arrived, angry relatives and locals placed it on the main road outside the district hospital, bringing traffic to a complete halt. They claimed that timely and proper medical intervention could have saved Shivani's life. Upon receiving information, a team from the Civil Lines police station, including City Superintendent of Police Arun Soni, rushed to the spot. Officials engaged with the aggrieved family, assured them of an impartial investigation, and successfully restored normal traffic flow.
Police Investigation and Pending Autopsy Report
The city police authorities confirmed that a formal complaint has been registered based on the family's accusations. To ascertain the exact cause of death, the formal post-mortem procedure has been initiated. Investigators will evaluate the findings alongside the preserved medication, clinical records, and circumstantial evidence. If a panel of medical experts determines any professional negligence on the part of the practitioner, further legal measures will follow. Local administration has urged residents to wait for the official medical findings and police inquiry before jumping to conclusions.
