Fatal Lift Malfunction at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital: Man Dies After Liver and Heart Rupture
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Kolkata Hospital Lift Tragedy: Man Dies, Organs Damaged; Family Alleges Negligence
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News18•21-03-2026, 09:49
Kolkata Hospital Lift Tragedy: Man Dies, Organs Damaged; Family Alleges Negligence
•Arup Bandyopadhyay died in a tragic lift accident at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
•He was trapped between a wall and a malfunctioning lift for over an hour, sustaining severe injuries including ruptured liver and damaged heart.
•Family members allege administrative negligence, stating no lift operator was present, delaying rescue efforts.
•Police detained five people and registered an FIR for involuntary manslaughter; an investigation is underway.
•The hospital's Medical Superintendent admitted administrative lapse; the institution has faced prior controversies including a doctor's rape and murder.
