Palamu, October 27, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
A disturbing incident at Medinirai Medical College Hospital in Jharkhand’s Palamu district triggered panic on Tuesday after a stray dog was spotted roaming the premises with the body of a newborn in its mouth. The district administration has ordered an investigation to establish how the body came to be there.
The incident sparked concern among patients’ attendants, healthcare workers and others at the hospital. Authorities took note after a video of the incident surfaced on social media and went viral, prompting the Palamu Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police to visit the hospital and inspect the premises.
According to information received, the incident came to light around 10 a.m. when a man who had arrived at the hospital for treatment spotted the dog carrying the newborn’s body. He immediately informed the hospital administration and the police outpost located on the premises.
Police personnel reached the spot soon afterwards and initiated an inquiry. However, officials have yet to establish whether the newborn’s body originated from within the hospital or was brought from outside and left on the premises. It also remains unclear where the dog picked it up.
Taking serious note of the incident, the Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police inspected the hospital premises, questioned staff members and reviewed the existing security arrangements.
The district administration has constituted a special investigation team to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and establish the origin of the newborn’s body. Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the hospital and nearby areas to identify who may have brought the body to the premises and how it was left there.
Officials are also questioning people in the surrounding area as part of the investigation.
The administration has assured that a fair and thorough inquiry will be conducted and that strict action will be taken against anyone found responsible for negligence or involvement in the incident.
The incident has raised concerns about security, surveillance and monitoring at the hospital. Authorities are continuing their investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the newborn’s death and how the body came to be in the dog’s possession.
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