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- A 50-year-old woman named Devi died at a private hospital in Chennai while being treated for kidney and lung issues.
- Her relatives protested outside the facility, alleging that the hospital staff did not provide proper medical care.
- The hospital administration initially demanded outstanding payments before releasing the body to the family.
- Police intervened to mediate the dispute, leading the hospital to waive the remaining charges.
- The family recovered the body following the resolution.
What to watch next
- Follow-up investigations into the medical treatment provided to the deceased.
- Potential administrative or legal action against the private hospital.
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Named India · Devi · Selvam · Chennai Police
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