10 infants die in Larkana hospital

LARKANA: Ten newborn babies have died in Children Hospital Larkana due to suspension of electricity during last 24 hours, Geo News reported.

According to the reports, four children died while the condition of several turned severe in the ICU after electricity suspension last night. Six more children died in the morning today.

It is said that diesel was also not available for generator in the hospital.

Meanwhile, Medical Superintendent of Children Hospital Afsar Bhutto said four children were brought in serious condition. They were provided treatment but could not be saved, however, six more died due to late delivery.

Sindh Governor Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan and Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah have sought report of the incident while Deputy Commission Asadullah Bhutto has convened emergency meeting of the concerned staff including MS hospital.