Tragic Infant Deaths and Staff Shortages Rock Indian Hospital

Twelve newborns died in one day at a hospital in Maharashtra, India, leading to accusations of negligence against the regional government and hospital authorities. The infants were among 24 deaths recorded at the Shankarrao Chavan Government Hospital, with overcrowding in the neonatal unit and lack of proper care being cited as potential factors. The Maharashtra government has launched an inquiry into the deaths, while opposition politicians criticize the government for its handling of public healthcare. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by India's ill-equipped public healthcare system.