Watch video: Doctors bring 'dhols' in UP hospital for dancing, patients left unattended

Hapur: A video sparking outrage has gone viral on social media, showing medical staff at a government hospital in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, dancing enthusiastically to loud drums inside the facility. The disturbing footage raises concerns about patient care and adherence to professional decorum.

Celebrations or neglect

The video, filmed at the Community Health Care Center (CHC) on Garh Road, captures doctors and staff members leaving their posts to participate in the lively dance floor erupting within the hospital. While reports suggest the celebration was a farewell party for a retiring staff member, the involvement of higher authorities and the chosen venue remain unclear.

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Patients left unattended

The video's most unsettling aspect is the apparent disregard for patients' well-being. Social media reports claim that the loud music and festivities disrupted the hospital's peaceful environment, and some patients even complained about being left unattended.

Accountability and upholding standards

The incident has ignited calls for an official investigation into the matter. Many netizens expressed concerns about the blatant violation of professional conduct and potential disruption of patient care. Strict action against those involved is being demanded to ensure that such disregard for regulations doesn't recur.