Pregnant Woman Carrying Twins Dies in MP's Mandla
A pregnant woman died after her health worsened, family alleges 108 ambulance delay.

A pregnant woman carrying twins died in Madhya Pradesh's Mandla district on Tuesday after her health suddenly worsened. The incident occurred in Salaiya village under the Bijadandi police station area.
The woman's husband, Pritam Nareti, stated that his wife fell ill on Tuesday and he called the 108 ambulance service for assistance. However, he was allegedly told that an ambulance was not available and that they should arrange their own vehicle.
The family then took the woman to the Community Health Centre in Bijadandi in a private vehicle. The poor road condition caused a delay in reaching the hospital, according to the husband.
Medical Officer Dr Akshay Hardaha said the family reached the hospital at around 5:10 pm. During the examination, doctors found that the woman had already died. There was also no heartbeat or breathing in either of the two unborn babies.
The doctor stated that the woman had sickle cell disease and was receiving regular treatment. She had earlier been referred to the District Hospital in Mandla and Medical College in Jabalpur from time to time. An ultrasound had confirmed that she was carrying twins.
After her death, the family expressed anger at the hospital over the alleged unavailability of the 108 ambulance. A tehsildar, police station in-charge, and other officials reached the hospital after being informed about the incident and spoke to the family.
The police have been informed about the case, and the woman's body will be sent for post-mortem. The exact cause of death and the facts related to the alleged delay in getting a 108 ambulance will be clear after the post-mortem report and further inquiry.
The incident highlights the importance of timely medical assistance, particularly in emergency situations. The alleged delay in the availability of the 108 ambulance has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the emergency response system in the region.
The family's allegations will be investigated, and the authorities will look into the matter to determine the cause of the delay and to prevent such incidents in the future.
The death of the pregnant woman and her unborn twins has sparked concern and outrage in the community, with many demanding improved healthcare services and emergency response systems.
In conclusion, the incident is a tragic reminder of the need for efficient and reliable emergency services, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare facilities may be limited. The authorities must investigate the matter thoroughly and take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
Frequently asked questions
What happened to the pregnant woman in MP's Mandla?
The pregnant woman died after her health suddenly worsened, and her family alleges that the 108 ambulance was not available.
What was the cause of the woman's death?
The exact cause of death will be clear after the post-mortem report and further inquiry, but the woman had sickle cell disease and was receiving regular treatment.