Jhansi hospital fire: Medical college principal removed, 3 staffers suspended

Following a fire at the Maharani Laxmibai Medical College’s NICU ward in Jhansi that killed 10 infants, the Uttar Pradesh government took action. The college principal and chief medical superintendent faced disciplinary measures. Three other staff members were suspended. An inquiry report cited negligence and offered preventative recommendations. The death toll has risen to 18, including eight from subsequent ailments.