Security concerns intensify in Balochistan’s largest public hospital after a violent acid attack on a trainee doctor.
A shocking acid attack inside Quetta’s Civil Sandeman Hospital has left a postgraduate trainee doctor critically injured, triggering alarm over safety conditions in public healthcare facilities.
The incident took place in the surgical ward while Dr. Mahnoor was on duty. Police said the attacker approached her and threw acid before fleeing the scene. Hospital staff immediately provided first aid before transferring her to a private facility, where doctors confirmed that around 35% of her face and body suffered burn injuries. Her condition was described as serious, with plans made for advanced treatment in Karachi via air ambulance.
Investigators later reviewed CCTV footage from the hospital, which helped trace the suspect. Police reported that he was located near the Nushki bus stand. During an attempted arrest, he allegedly resisted, leading to an exchange of fire in which he was killed.
Balochistan’s chief minister sought a detailed report, while medical associations strongly condemned the attack, calling it a major failure of hospital security and demanding accountability and reforms. The Young Doctors Association also warned of possible service disruptions if protective measures are not strengthened.
The incident has reignited urgent debate over the safety of medical staff working in high-risk public hospitals.
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