Chatroo Kishtwar minor’s death case: Health worker arrested, total accused reach six
A female health worker has been arrested in connection with the suspicious death of a minor in Kishtwar, bringing the total number of accused to six. The case involves allegations of sexual exploitation and illegal medical procedures, sparking public protests.
Why it matters
The case highlights significant social issues regarding child safety and accountability within the healthcare system in the Chenab Valley region.
Chenab Valley Chatroo Kishtwar minor’s death case: Health worker arrested, total accused reach six The accused, identified as Sonika Parihar, a Female Multipurpose Health Worker (FMPHW) posted at District Hospital Kishtwar, was arrested during the ongoing investigation into FIR No. 34/2026 registered at Police Station Chatroo. by M M Parvaiz by M M Parvaiz 29 Aug 2026 08:36 IST Link copied! Copy failed! Chatroo Kishtwar minor’s death case: Health worker arrested, total accused reach six Listen to this article 0.75x 1x 1.5x 00:00 / 00:00 Ramban, Aug 29: A female health worker has been arrested in connection with the death of a minor girl from Chatroo in Kishtwar district, taking the total number of accused arrested in the case to six, officials said.
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