Tragic Incident Involving AIIMS Bhopal Assistant Professor
Details of the Incident
In a heartbreaking event, an assistant professor from the Emergency and Trauma Department at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhopal, reportedly attempted suicide by injecting herself with an anaesthetic drug at her home. She is currently in critical condition and on ventilator support.
Family’s Perspective
The doctor’s husband, who is an orthopaedic surgeon, expressed confusion regarding the incident, noting that everything seemed normal at home prior to the tragedy. The institute has echoed this sentiment, confirming that no suicide note was discovered in her room, leaving the reasons for her actions unclear.
Timeline of Events
The incident occurred on Thursday night when the assistant professor attempted to take her own life. Her husband found her unconscious in their home and promptly transported her to the AIIMS emergency unit around 10:30 PM. Reports indicate that the drug she injected caused a significant drop in her pulse and heartbeat.
Medical Response and Current Condition
Upon her arrival at the emergency unit, medical staff administered CPR, successfully reviving her. Despite these efforts, her condition remains critical, and she continues to be supported by a ventilator in the ICU. Doctors treating her have stated, “She is recovering, but the extent of damage to the nerves will only be clear after 72 hours.”
Official Statements
AIIMS Public Relations Officer Dr. Ketan Mehra provided additional details, stating, “She had completed her duties on Thursday and returned home. Around 10:30 PM, her husband found her unconscious. He reported that everything had been normal at home earlier, but later discovered her unresponsive after allegedly injecting herself.” He also confirmed that no note or message was found, and the reasons behind her actions remain a mystery.
Police Investigation
ACP Bag Sewania Rajnish Kashyap Kaul mentioned that the police will initiate an investigation only after receiving an official intimation regarding the incident.
Related News
This incident follows another case where a medical postgraduate from Bhavnagar Medical College attempted suicide through an overdose of medication, highlighting ongoing concerns within the medical community.