Karnataka: Newborn's death sparks outrage over hospital care

India Nov 19, 2025

A heartbreaking incident at Haveri Women and Children's Hospital in Karnataka has put a spotlight on government healthcare.
Recently, Rupa Girish Karabannavar (30) lost her newborn after being denied a bed during labor—she had to sit on the floor, and the baby was born in a corridor while she tried to reach the toilet.

Family blames staff, political leaders demand change

Rupa's family says hospital staff ignored their urgent calls for help, allegedly distracted by their phones.
The tragedy has led to strong criticism from BJP leaders, who accused the Congress-led government of failing patients.
Opposition Leader R Ashoka called out rising service charges and closed pharmacies, urging officials to fix public hospitals so such incidents don't happen again.