A man attacked doctors and interns in Mumbai after his mother died, sparking hospital-wide leave and demands for better safety.

A man assaulted three doctors and two interns at Mumbai’s Cooper Hospital on November 8, 2025, after his mother died despite medical efforts. The patient, a 57-year-old woman, was declared dead following resuscitation attempts in the emergency department. The man, Sameer Abdul Jabbar Shaikh, attacked medical staff, including the CMO, while security personnel failed to intervene. In response, doctors across the hospital observed mass casual leave. The Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors demanded armed security, CCTV monitoring, and accountability for negligent staff, warning of broader protests if demands are unmet. A case has been filed against the man under multiple IPC sections, and the incident has intensified concerns over safety for healthcare workers in public hospitals.