14-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted by Former Staff Member at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata: Safety Concerns Rise

Oct 23, 2025 06:51 pm CST

A disturbing incident has emerged from Kolkata where a 14-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a former ward attendant at the government-run SSKM Hospital. The perpetrator lured the victim away while her parents were occupied at the registration counter. This case highlights growing concerns about patient safety in medical facilities, following other recent attacks on healthcare premises across West Bengal.