PDP’s Parra demands justice for Pulwama girl who died of alleged medical negligence

Srinagar, Sept 15: People’s Democratic Party (PDP) youth president and assembly candidate from Pulwama, Waheed Ur Rehman Parra on Sunday expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the tragic death of Saboora Arshid, a 22-year-old Master’s student from Pulwama, due to alleged medical negligence at Pulwama hospital.
Parra in a statement said, “The young girl’s death, which occurred following minor nose surgery, has left the entire Pulwama in shock and has exposed the alarming state of healthcare in the Pulwama district.”
He added, “The doctor took Saboora into the operation theatre, but failed to provide updates on her condition for three hours, sparking apprehension. When questioned, the nursing home staff instructed them to rush to a government hospital in Srinagar, where they were devastatingly informed that Saboora had passed away. The family was left clueless and distraught, alleging that the doctor’s negligence and lack of communication led to Saboora’s tragic demise. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and demands for justice.”
The PDP leader criticised the deteriorating conditions of healthcare services in Pulwama and other facilities within the district. “There is a poor state of infrastructure, lack of accountability and widespread negligence. These issues reflect the government’s broader failure to prioritise the health and well-being of its citizens,” he said. “We must urgently fix responsibility and ensure accountability for this loss. Every life is precious, and failures in medical care demand thorough investigation and systemic changes to prevent future tragedies. Let’s demand justice and push for a better healthcare system that values life and compassion.”
Parra urged the government to take immediate action and conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged medical negligence that led to Saboora’s untimely death. He called for the constitution of an expert committee to probe the matter comprehensively and independently.
He assured the family of Saboora and the people of Pulwama that the PDP will continue to press for a transparent and just investigation, and will not rest until those responsible for this tragedy are held accountable.