Quetta: A statement from the brother of Dr. Mahnoor, who was subjected to a shocking acid attack while on duty at Sandeman Provincial Hospital, has surfaced on social media, shedding light on the disturbing incident.
The tragic incident reportedly took place on Saturday afternoon while Dr. Mahnoor was performing her duties in the surgery ward of the hospital.
In a message circulating on social media, her brother Farhat Khan confirmed the incident and described it as deeply distressing. He stated that his sister was on duty in the surgical ward when the attack occurred and acid was thrown at her during working hours.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with doctors’ associations, civil society members, and social media users condemning the attack and demanding immediate justice. Many have also raised serious concerns about the security arrangements in government hospitals, especially for female healthcare workers.
Dr. Mahnoor is currently receiving medical treatment, while authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Hospital administration and law enforcement agencies are working to identify and apprehend the suspect(s) involved in the attack.
Medical professionals in Quetta have expressed solidarity with the victim and called for stricter security measures to prevent such incidents in the future, emphasizing that hospitals must remain safe spaces for both staff and patients.
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