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Tension prevailed at Nayagarh District Headquarters Hospital on Saturday night after a pregnant woman and her unborn child allegedly died due to medical negligence. The incident triggered anger among family members and locals, leading to protests within the hospital premises, prompting a strong police presence to maintain order.

According to sources, 27-year-old Mamata Swain was admitted to the hospital late Friday night after she began experiencing intense labour pains. However, her family alleged that despite the critical condition, the on-duty doctors and nurses delayed providing the necessary medical care.

This alleged delay...