Saalumarada Thimmakka hospitalized in Bengaluru, undergoing treatment
Bengaluru: Saalumarada Thimmakka, the renowned environmentalist known as the "Mother of Trees," has been admitted to Jayanagar Apollo Hospital due to health complications. The 113-year-old activist, celebrated for planting and nurturing thousands of trees across Karnataka, is currently receiving treatment in the hospital's intensive care unit.
According to sources, Thimmakka has been battling respiratory issues for the past 17 days. Given her advanced age, she is also experiencing other age-related ailments. Doctors are closely monitoring her condition and continuing treatment.
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Thimmakka, a Padma Shri awardee, has been an inspiration for generations due to her tireless work in environmental conservation. Her contributions, particularly in planting and nurturing nearly 8,000 trees along barren stretches of land, have earned her global recognition and the affectionate title of "Saalumarada" or "row of trees."
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
