Dombivli Hospital Doctor Assault Case: Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre, 3 Others Sent to Police Custody Till July 13
Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre and three other accused were produced before a Kalyan court, which granted police custody to allow investigators to examine the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack at Shastri Nagar Hospital, operated by the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC).
A court in Kalyan has remanded Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and three co-accused to police custody until Monday in connection with the alleged assault on two doctors and hospital staff at a civic-run hospital in Dombivli. The order comes as police continue their investigation into the incident, which has sparked widespread protests by the medical community and renewed concerns over the safety of healthcare workers, as reported by TOI.
Mhatre and three other accused were produced before a Kalyan court, which granted police custody to allow investigators to examine the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack at Shastri Nagar Hospital, operated by the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC). Dombivli Hospital Assault Row: 2 Doctors Resign After Alleged Assault by Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre.
The case stems from an incident in which a group allegedly assaulted two doctors and nursing staff following a dispute over the treatment of a patient. Police have registered an FIR against the accused and are continuing to gather evidence, including CCTV footage and witness statements.
Assault Triggered Protests by Doctors
The alleged attack prompted doctors, nurses and paramedical staff across KDMC hospitals to stage a protest demanding immediate arrests and stronger security measures at healthcare facilities. Routine outpatient services were affected during the protest, although emergency medical services remained operational. Dombivli Hospital Assault Row: Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre Refuses To Admit Hitting Doctor, Claims He Hit Her Phone.
The incident has intensified concerns about violence against medical professionals, with healthcare associations calling for strict action against those responsible.
Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre's Court Appearance
Before being produced in court, Mhatre had sought permission to appear virtually, citing health issues including high blood pressure and vomiting. The court rejected the request and directed that he be produced in person. He was later remanded to police custody along with the other accused.
Emotional Impact on Victims
The assault has also taken a psychological toll on the doctors involved. Family members of one of the victims said the incident has left the doctor traumatised, underscoring the emotional consequences of violence against healthcare workers.
Investigation Continues
Police are continuing to investigate the case to determine the sequence of events and the role of each accused. The remand is expected to help investigators complete further questioning and collect additional evidence.
The incident has drawn political attention as well as condemnation from sections of the medical fraternity, with demands for stricter enforcement of laws protecting healthcare workers and enhanced security in government hospitals.
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