Jaipur, May 9: In response to the tragic deaths of two women following cesarean deliveries at Kota Medical College, the Rajasthan government has initiated significant administrative measures. Reports indicate that several other patients have also fallen seriously ill.
As a precautionary step, the Drug Control Department has imposed a ban on the use, sale, and distribution of 24 medications and medical devices across the state until further notice.
The restricted items include injections, glucose bottles, IV sets, syringes, catheters, and other medical supplies commonly used during surgeries and post-operative care.
Drug Controller Ajay Phatak has issued directives to the Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Limited (RMSCL) and drug vendors statewide, instructing them not to use or distribute the medications and devices whose samples have been sent for laboratory testing.
The department clarified that these medications and devices will not be used in any government hospital or medical college until the test reports are received.
According to officials, of the 24 medications and medical devices under investigation, 15 were supplied to Kota Medical College by RMSCL, while the remaining nine were procured locally by the hospital administration.
Samples of all medications and devices have been sent for laboratory testing, and their supply and use will remain suspended until the investigation is complete.
This controversy arose following the deaths of two women after cesarean operations at Kota Medical College and the emergence of serious health issues among several other patients.
Amid growing public concern, the medical department has ordered a high-level inquiry into the incident.
Initial investigations revealed negligence on the part of doctors and nursing staff, prompting disciplinary actions against several officials and staff members.
Dr. Shraddha Upadhyay has been removed from service in connection with this case. Two nursing staff members and Assistant Professor Dr. Navneet Kumar from the surgery department have also been suspended. Additionally, show-cause notices have been issued to the ward in-charge and other medical personnel involved.