A case has been filed at a police station over the deaths of six newborn babies at Ad-din Medical College Hospital in Moghbazar, Dhaka, with allegations of medical negligence cited in the complaint.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DC) of the Ramna Division, Sheikh Jahidul Islam, confirmed the development on Wednesday night (27 May). He stated that the case was lodged by the family of one of the deceased newborns, and the complaint specifically mentions negligence as the cause of death.
The incident occurred in the post-delivery ward of Ad-din Medical College Hospital in Moghbazar, where six newborn babies died under circumstances that prompted immediate concern from their families. Following the incident, the bodies of the deceased infants were handed over to their respective families.
Police officials confirmed that the families did not request post-mortem examinations of the deceased newborns. According to police, the bodies were released after the families submitted written applications and were counselled regarding the procedural requirements for handing over the bodies.
Relatives of the deceased have alleged that mismanagement within the post-delivery ward and a lack of proper air conditioning contributed to the deaths. These allegations have been included in the complaint filed at the police station and form part of the ongoing investigation.
Law enforcement authorities have stated that the case is now under formal investigation and further legal procedures will be conducted in accordance with standard criminal inquiry protocols. Police have not yet disclosed additional details regarding potential responsibility or findings at this stage.
Hospital authorities have not issued a detailed public statement addressing the allegations of negligence or the reported conditions in the post-delivery ward at the time of the incident. No official clarification has been provided regarding operational conditions or internal assessments following the deaths.
Authorities also confirmed that all procedural steps following the deaths, including documentation and formal handover of the bodies, were completed in coordination with the families and relevant officials.
The filing of the case by a victim’s family has formally brought the matter under police investigation, and authorities have indicated that the inquiry will proceed based on available evidence and witness accounts.