Agartala, 10th November 2026 : Tension and emotional scenes erupted at Govind Ballabh Pant (GB) Hospital following the death of a patient, with family members raising serious questions over the medical services and alleged delay in treatment.
The deceased, identified as Dipak Saha, was reportedly referred to GB Hospital from Dhabri Salgarh Hospital in critical condition. According to the attending doctor, the patient was suspected to have suffered a stroke, with his blood pressure reportedly very high upon arrival.
The doctor stated that the patient was examined, admitted and administered emergency medication before being referred for a CT scan to ascertain his condition. However, the process reportedly took time as an immediate scanning slot was initially unavailable.
The doctor claimed that efforts were made to expedite the scan and that the patient was sent with an oxygen cylinder. While being taken for the CT scan, the patient allegedly vomited and suddenly deteriorated, triggering panic among his attendants.
Meanwhile, the patient’s relatives expressed anguish over what they alleged was inadequate medical attention and the absence of doctors during the emergency. They questioned the delay in treatment and raised concerns over whether proper medical assistance had been provided at the crucial moment.
Emotional scenes took place inside the hospital as family members desperately sought medical assistance. The incident has once again brought the issue of emergency healthcare services and patient management at the state’s premier referral hospital into focus.
