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Jai Ram seeks probe into TB spread at Rampur nursing college
Opposition leader Jai Ram Thakur called for a high-level inquiry into tuberculosis infections among nursing students at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Nursing Institute and Hospital in Khaneri, Rampur Bushahr. He criticized the government’s response and urged immediate action, while other leaders referenced prior inquiries and ongoing preventive measures. The report also notes earlier inquiries and subsequent student health updates provided by college officials.
Why It Matters
The incident raises questions about infection control in healthcare training facilities and accountability of state authorities for student health and safety.
Timeline
6 Events
BJP leadership cites prior inquiry and calls for accountability
May 2, 2026
BJP leader Kaul Negi attributed the situation to factors such as nutrition and mental stress, noting that an inquiry by the Rampur SDM had pointed to irregularities but suggested no action had followed.
Official pledge to investigate; potential action if negligence found
May 2, 2026
Principal media adviser to the chief minister Naresh Chauhan stated that the matter would be inquired into in depth and that if negligence is found on anyone’s part, action would be taken.
Parents meet medical superintendent; update provided
May 2, 2026
Parents of the nursing students met the medical superintendent Roshan Kaundal; he informed them that around four months ago two students were infected, one cured, the second nearing course completion, and the remaining 15 were given preventive medicine.
Opposition leader calls for high-level inquiry
May 2, 2026
Leader of opposition Jai Ram Thakur issued a statement urging the chief minister to order an immediate high-level inquiry into the TB infections, claiming the government has failed to contain the spread and provide adequate medical care.
Infection timeline: two students infected four months earlier
January 2026
Around four months before May 2, 2026, two nursing students were infected with tuberculosis; one has been cured, the course for the second is nearing completion, and the remaining 15 students were given preventive medicine.
SDM inquiry cited irregularities at the institute
January 2026
Rampur Sub-Divisional Magistrate conducted an inquiry into Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Nursing Institute and Hospital in Khaneri, Rampur Bushahr, which pointed out several irregularities within the institute.