Published 13:44 IST, October 14th 2022

Horror in Pakistan: Dozens of decomposing bodies found on hospital's roof in Nishtar

The distressing videos from Nishtar Hospital, a teaching hospital of Nishtar Medical University, shows abandoned bodies rotting in the open.

Reported by: Kamal Joshi
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In a shocking development, dozens of unclaimed bodies left abandoned were found in a hospital in Pakistan's Multan. Pakistani ministration has taken note of incident and has launched a probe.

distressing videos from Nishtar Hospital, a teaching hospital of Nishtar Medical University, shows abandoned bodies rotting in open. decomposed bodies were thrown on top floor and old wooden cot.

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In a letter to medical superintendent of Nishtar Hospital, a section officer said, "An appalling incident of decaying de bodies on rooftop of Nshtar Hospital, Multan has surfaced causing public outcry. A competent Authority has taken serious note of this terrible incident and asked for a detailed inquiry into matter.

"In view of above, you are requested to carry out an in-depth investigation into matter and prepare an inquiry report on matter which may be shared with this office within three days positively. This matter may be treated as most urgent," letter ded.

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Pakistan's Punjab region Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi has taken notice of matter and ordered an inquiry. He also assured strict action against those responsible for mishandling body. 

According to Pakistani media, South Punjab Health Department has formed a six-member team to investigate mishandling of Nishtar hospital bodies scandal.

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13:38 IST, October 14th 2022