Disruption in Odisha Assembly Amid Calls for Health Minister’s Resignation After Hospital Fire

Opposition members of the legislature gathered in the well of the House, brandishing placards and vocalizing anti-government slogans. They called for the resignation of the Minister, attributing the recent deaths of 12 patients at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack to the governments alleged mismanagement of healthcare services.

The deceased patients reportedly suffered from various health conditions and were receiving treatment at the facility when the incidents occurred. This tragic event has raised significant concerns regarding the quality of healthcare and resource allocation in public hospitals.

In response to the Oppositions demands, government representatives emphasized their commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and announced plans for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the patients deaths. Healthcare officials are being urged to provide clarity on the situation and implement measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

As the political discourse evolves, the incident underscores ongoing debates around health policy and governance in the state.