Bombay High Court Orders 'Social Audit' Of Civic-Run Maternity Homes After Woman's C-Section Was Done Under Mobile Torchlight

The Bombay High Court ordered a social audit of civic-run maternity homes after an incident where a C-section was performed under a mobile torchlight. The court’s decision comes after a disturbing case where a woman's surgery was carried out in poor conditions due to inadequate facilities. The ruling underscores the importance of accountability in public health services and aims to prevent such incidents from recurring. The social audit will assess the conditions and functioning of civic maternity homes, ensuring they meet health and safety standards.