Maharashtra Doctor Suffers Ruptured Eardrum After Assault by Patient's Family in Jalgaon Hospital

Oct 05, 2025 12:37 am CST

A junior resident doctor in Jalgaon, Maharashtra was violently attacked by a patient's family after requesting they leave an overcrowded treatment area, resulting in serious injuries including a ruptured eardrum and bloody nose. This marks the third recent assault on medical staff at the facility, highlighting ongoing concerns about healthcare worker safety in India.