IPS Officer Allegedly Threatens Doctor at Safdarjung Hospital Over Wife’s Treatment

A disturbing incident at Delhi’s Safdarjung Hospital has come to light, where an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer allegedly verbally abused and threatened a resident doctor over the treatment of his wife, leading to a temporary suspension of operations in the hospital’s emergency ward.

Incident Details

The incident reportedly took place on Sunday when Brijendra Kumar Yadav, the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Armed Police and Training in Puducherry, became upset over the treatment of his wife, Anita Roy, who was undergoing postoperative care at the hospital’s Sports Injury Centre (SIC) following surgery.

According to eyewitnesses, Yadav confronted Dr. Lakshya, a resident doctor in the surgery department, expressing dissatisfaction with the care his wife was receiving. The situation escalated when Yadav, accompanied by several police officers in uniform, allegedly shouted at Dr. Lakshya and made threatening gestures toward him.

CCTV Footage

Purported CCTV footage of the incident, which has since surfaced on social media platforms, shows a man, believed to be Yadav, angrily gesturing and pointing his finger at the doctor. Although the footage is silent, the body language of the man is visibly hostile and confrontational.

Hospital Response

Following the altercation, the emergency ward operations at Safdarjung Hospital were temporarily halted, reportedly due to the tense atmosphere created by the incident. The hospital staff and medical professionals were said to be shaken by the incident, which led to a disruption in services.

Eyewitness Accounts

A witness, speaking to The New Indian Express, described how Yadav, along with his police associates, aggressively approached the doctor and began yelling at him. The witness also mentioned that Yadav made threatening gestures, although the specific nature of the threats was unclear.

While the police officer’s actions are under scrutiny, HT News has not independently verified the authenticity of the claims made by witnesses or the CCTV footage.

Impact and Reactions

This incident has raised concerns about the conduct of law enforcement officers in medical settings and the impact of such actions on healthcare professionals. Many have expressed their outrage on social media, emphasizing the need for greater respect and protection for medical staff who work under challenging conditions.

Safdarjung Hospital has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, and it remains unclear whether any action will be taken against the IPS officer. However, sources suggest that the hospital administration is reviewing the situation.