Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Arjun Munda demands probe into tribal woman's death in Jharkhand
Arjun Munda, a former leader, wrote a letter to the current Chief Minister of Jharkhand.
He wants a fair and quick investigation into the death of a tribal woman named Budhan Purti.
She died in a hospital in Khunti district, and people think it might be because of a mistake with her blood transfusion.
Munda says this is a big problem because it shows that healthcare in tribal areas is not good enough.
He also mentioned another incident where children got sick because of bad blood.
He wants the government to make sure this doesn't happen again and to take care of the people who are responsible.
Arjun Munda demands a fair and time-bound probe into the death of Budhan Purti, a tribal woman, due to alleged medical negligence in Khunti district.
The incident at the Birsa Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre raises serious questions about Jharkhand's healthcare system, especially in tribal areas.
Munda highlights the broader context of inadequate medical facilities and higher mortality rates in tribal regions, emphasizing the need for stronger monitoring and accountability.
He refers to a previous incident in October 2025 where five tribal children were allegedly transfused with HIV-infected blood, underscoring systemic issues.
Munda urges the Chief Minister to ensure an impartial investigation, legal action against those found guilty, and improvements in healthcare services in tribal-majority and remote regions.
- Who
- Arjun Munda, former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Union Tribal Affairs Minister
- What
- Demand for a probe into the death of a tribal woman due to alleged medical negligence
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Khunti district, Jharkhand
- Why
- To ensure justice and prevent future incidents, highlighting broader healthcare issues in tribal areas
- Victim's Name
- Budhan Purti
- Location of Incident
- Khunti district, Jharkhand
- Hospital Involved
- Birsa Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre
- Demand by Arjun Munda
- Fair and time-bound probe
- Previous Incident Reference
- October 2025 in West Singhbhum district
- Constitutional Reference
- Fifth Schedule of the Constitution