Summary
- The Calcutta High Court has ruled that the West Bengal government is strictly liable for damage to a patient's eyesight following cataract surgery at a state-run hospital.
- In the case of Gobinda Chandra Debnath vs The State of West Bengal & Ors, the court awarded ₹5 lakh in compensation to the affected electrician.
- This landmark decision underscores the accountability of government healthcare facilities in ensuring patient safety during medical procedures.
- The ruling may set a precedent for future cases involving medical negligence in public hospitals across India.
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