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Panel set up to probe death at Bengaluru’s Victoria Hospital following 'negligence' allegation

A probe was ordered at Victoria Hospital after a patient's family alleged medical negligence led to his death. A committee of experts has been constituted to ascertain the cause of death.

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The development concerns patient safety and accountability in a state-run hospital and could impact public trust in healthcare oversight.

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Panel set up to probe death at Victoria Hospital in Bengaluru following negligence allegations

April 23, 2026

A probe was ordered at Victoria Hospital after the patient's family alleged medical negligence contributed to his death. Hospital Medical Superintendent Deepak S. said a committee of experts has been constituted to ascertain the cause of death.