Baripada: A doctor has been accused of sexually abusing a minor girl during treatment at the Pandit Raghunath Murmu Medical College & Hospital in Baripada of Mayurbhanj district. A complaint in this regard has been lodged at Baripada Town Police Station.
Reportedly on Monday, the minor girl staying at the tribal hostel had been admitted to the hospital by the hostel authorities after she complained of abdominal pain. She alleged that the doctor treating her abused her by touching her private parts during the health check-up.
Following the allegation, the girl’s family members and the school authorities detained the doctor in his room. They also alleged that he was drunk on duty. After the commotion, the Town Police arrived at the hospital and conducted an investigation.
However, the doctor has denied the allegations. He said he has not misbehaved with the minor and was only checking her health for treatment.
