UP: Doctor suspended for negligence and alcohol influence; patient death prompts investigation

The incident came to light after the death of a 26-year-old patient, Shrilal, who was admitted to the Jalaun CHC with deteriorated health but Dr Kumar advised him to get a blood test done from a private pathology lab instead of the hospital lab. While going to a private lab to give a sample on the third day, he died in a way. Attendants complained with Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak who ordered a probe.