IndiaIn Bidar, India, two hospital officials were booked after allegedly forcing two patients to clean an overflowing sewage pit at Savanur Taluk Hospital in Haveri district. The incident occurred on August 28 and was captured on video, which circulated on social media. According to reports, the patients, who came for medical treatment, were directed by nursing officer Vanitha and administrative officer Dr Shankar Hiregowda to clean the pit under the pretense of receiving better treatment. The hospital had previously requested municipal authorities to address the overflow on August 27, but no action was taken. Local residents intervened after noticing the foul smell and confronting the hospital staff, leading to the mechanical cleaning of the pit. The district health officer confirmed that disciplinary action has been initiated against the two officials.
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