Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, has denied allegations of medical negligence made by the family of a patient who passed away on March 16, 2025. The patient, Manasvi Gupta, was admitted on March 10 with severe fever and seizures, indicating a complex neurological condition. The hospital stated that despite intensive care from a specialized medical team, including advanced respiratory and antimicrobial therapies, her medical complications worsened, and she passed away.
The hospital’s statement emphasizes that Manasvi received continuous care and monitoring from the multidisciplinary team, equipped with the latest medical technology, and that all treatment decisions were in line with the highest standards of medical practice. The hospital expresses its condolences to Manasvi’s family and reaffirms its commitment to providing the highest standards of medical care to all patients.
The case has been reported to the Shalimar Bagh police station, and a complaint has been lodged. The deceased’s body has been preserved at BJRM Hospital in Jahangirpuri for a post-mortem examination, which will be conducted after the constitution of a medical board by the NCT of Delhi. The investigation is ongoing, and allegations have been made that despite paying Rs 18 lakh, the patient did not receive adequate treatment. The hospital’s actions are under scrutiny, and the outcome of the post-mortem examination and investigation will determine the veracity of the allegations.