A violent incident at Sylhet’s MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital on Friday night has left a trainee doctor injured, prompting widespread unrest among the hospital’s staff. The episode occurred in Ward-6 on the hospital’s fourth floor, where relatives of a patient launched an attack after expressing dissatisfaction with the medical care provided.
According to hospital sources, the altercation began with verbal disputes between the patient’s relatives and ward nurses. The situation escalated rapidly, culminating in property damage and the physical assault of a female trainee doctor. Three ward assistants also sustained injuries in the fracas, causing alarm among other patients and hospital staff.
Duty trainee doctors immediately intervened and managed to restrain three individuals involved in the attack, including one woman, before handing them over to the police for questioning. Deputy Director Mohammad Mahbubur Rahman confirmed that formal legal action would be taken against the perpetrators and that exemplary punishment would be pursued to deter future incidents.
The affected trainee doctors, citing concerns over personal safety, announced an indefinite work stoppage until sufficient security measures are guaranteed. The hospital administration has reassured staff and patients that security protocols have been strengthened, and local law enforcement is maintaining vigilant oversight of the premises.
A summary of the incident is presented in the table below:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Time of Incident | Friday, 12:00 AM |
| Location | Ward-6, Fourth Floor |
| Injured | 1 trainee doctor, 3 ward assistants |
| Cause | Alleged inadequate medical care |
| Arrests | 3 individuals, including 1 woman |
| Staff Response | Work stoppage demanding safety and accountability |
Hospital authorities emphasised that unnecessary panic among patients and the public must be avoided. They have confirmed that normal medical services are being gradually reinstated. Measures being implemented include enhanced security, swift investigation of complaints, and strict disciplinary action against those responsible, aimed at preventing recurrence of similar incidents.
The episode highlights ongoing challenges in hospital security and the need for effective mechanisms to protect medical staff while ensuring uninterrupted patient care. Officials have urged all parties to cooperate with law enforcement and administrative procedures to restore order.