Gurugram Hospital Employee Accused of Sexual Harassment
A woman undergoing treatment in a private hospital in Gurugram has accused a staff member of sexual harassment. The police have registered a case and are currently investigating the grave allegations.
Cameron Jordan
- 2023-12-27
- Updated 09:39 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - On the night of December 18, a 34-year-old woman was admitted to a private hospital in Gurugram, Haryana, accompanied by her husband. After feeling unwell earlier in the day, she arrived at the hospital around 11 p.m. Following an examination by a doctor, she underwent a minor surgery, which led to an improvement in her health. However, during her stay, the woman alleges that she was sexually harassed by an unidentified hospital employee. According to her account, the perpetrator attempted to conceal his identity by covering her face with a sheet and subsequently initiated the assault.
Escalation and Response
The woman’s traumatic experience intensified when she resisted the harassment. She claims that her assailant attempted to silence her by covering her mouth and even made an attempt on her life. Her calls for help caught the attention of her husband, who was instrumental in aiding her and subsequently informed the police about the incident. The police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against an unknown employee of the hospital under various sections of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to assault and sexual harassment.
Ongoing Investigation
The case has drawn the attention of senior police officials, who have assured that a thorough investigation is underway. The urgency of the accusations has led the police to prioritize the rapid apprehension of the accused. The identity of the hospital employee remains unknown, and efforts are being made to bring the perpetrator to justice, to ensure the safety of patients and uphold the integrity of medical institutions.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and security of patients in private health care centers. As the investigation progresses, the authorities are expected to provide further updates and take appropriate measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
