8 women ill after C-sections at Jodhpur hospital, 2 in ICU
Synopsis
Eight women fell gravely ill after caesarean sections at a Jodhpur government hospital on 20 June, with two in ICU battling kidney and liver failure — the latest in a cluster of post-C-section crises sweeping Rajasthan hospitals. A second maternal death has also been confirmed in Bikaner, intensifying scrutiny of surgical and infection-control standards across the state.
Key Takeaways
Eight women developed complications after caesarean sections at Paota District Hospital, Jodhpur on 20 June .
Two patients are in critical condition in the ICU at MDM Hospital ; one is on dialysis after kidney and liver damage.
Officials suspect septicemia in several cases; blood and culture tests are underway.
26-year-old Sharda died at PBM Hospital, Bikaner on Sunday — the second maternal death linked to that hospital's ongoing crisis.
Similar complications have been reported across Kota and Bikaner , pointing to a wider pattern in Rajasthan government hospitals.
Health authorities are investigating; no cause has been officially confirmed.
Eight women developed serious post-operative complications following caesarean sections at Paota District Hospital in Jodhpur, with two shifted to the ICU at MDM Hospital in critical condition, officials confirmed on Monday, 22 June. The incident adds to a growing pattern of maternal health crises in Rajasthan, following similar complications and deaths reported at hospitals in Kota and Bikaner.
What Happened at Paota Hospital
All eight affected women underwent caesarean deliveries on 20 June at Paota District Hospital. Their health deteriorated in the hours and days that followed. Officials suspect several of the women may be suffering from septicemia, a life-threatening bloodstream infection, though investigations are ongoing.
One patient, reportedly from Rural Jodhpur, experienced severe haemorrhage after her surgery on Saturday morning. Her blood pressure dropped sharply and kidney function was compromised, leading to her admission to the MDM Hospital ICU late Saturday night. A second critical patient lost consciousness after her procedure; medical tests revealed damage to both her kidneys and liver, along with urinary complications. She has been placed on dialysis.
Hospital Response and Investigations
Dr. Kulbir Singh, principal medical officer of Paota Hospital, confirmed the matter has been escalated to the Medical College administration. Dr. B.S. Jodha, principal of the Medical College, said blood samples and culture tests are being conducted on all affected patients, who remain under close medical surveillance.
Second Death Reported in Bikaner
Separately, PBM Hospital in Bikaner recorded the death of a second woman on Sunday. The deceased, identified as 26-year-old Sharda, died after suffering kidney failure following childbirth. She was the second maternal death linked to the ongoing health crisis at the hospital, after the earlier death of a woman named Preeti. Hospital sources said two other patients — Imrati and Kamala — who also developed kidney complications after delivery, are showing gradual improvement.
A Wider Pattern of Concern
This is not an isolated incident. The Jodhpur case surfaces close on the heels of maternal deaths and kidney-related complications reported at hospitals in Kota and Bikaner, all linked to caesarean deliveries. The clustering of such cases across multiple Rajasthan government hospitals within a short period has raised serious questions about surgical protocols, post-operative care standards, and infection control practices. Health authorities say investigations into the root cause are underway, but no findings have been made public yet.
The situation continues to be monitored by health officials as families of the affected women await answers.
Point of View
Kota, and Bikaner — have now reported post-caesarean crises within a compressed timeframe, and that pattern demands more than routine inquiry. The clustering of septicemia-like symptoms across facilities points to systemic failures: in sterilisation protocols, post-operative monitoring, or both. What is missing from official statements is any acknowledgment of a common thread. Until authorities publish investigation findings and name corrective measures, the risk to the next woman wheeled into a government OT remains unaddressed.
NationPress
22 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at Paota District Hospital in Jodhpur?
Eight pregnant women who underwent caesarean sections at Paota District Hospital on 20 June developed serious post-operative complications. Two are in the ICU at MDM Hospital with kidney and liver damage; officials suspect septicemia in several cases.
How serious are the conditions of the affected women?
Two women are in critical condition in the ICU. One suffered severe kidney damage from excessive bleeding; the other lost consciousness and was found to have damaged kidneys and liver, and has been placed on dialysis. Other women from the same batch of surgeries are also unwell.
Is this connected to deaths reported in Bikaner?
Yes. A second woman, 26-year-old Sharda, died at PBM Hospital in Bikaner on Sunday after kidney failure following childbirth — the second maternal death at that facility. Similar post-caesarean complications have also been reported in Kota, pointing to a pattern across Rajasthan.
What are hospitals doing to address the situation?
Paota Hospital's principal medical officer has escalated the matter to the Medical College administration. Blood samples and culture tests are being conducted on all affected patients, who remain under close surveillance. Investigations into the cause are ongoing but no findings have been released.
What is the suspected cause of the complications?
Officials suspect septicemia — a severe bloodstream infection — in several cases, though this has not been confirmed. The exact cause is under investigation, with culture tests expected to provide more clarity.
