The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against anaesthetist Dr. Supriya Kumari in a Kerala medical negligence case, holding that an off-duty doctor cannot face criminal liability for a procedural error allegedly committed by a nurse without proof of gross negligence or recklessness.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the dire state of Prayagraj’s government hospitals, specifically condemning the SRN Hospital for its inadequate facilities and suggesting that private medical mafias undermine public healthcare. Urgent reforms were demanded from the Uttar Pradesh government, underscoring the necessity for improved medical services and accountability for local officials.
