AAP seeks probe after stretchers at Pune's Kamla Nehru Hospital allegedly used to carry construction debris

Mangalwar Peth, November 9, 2026: Stretchers kept for moving patients at Kamla Nehru Hospital in Pune were allegedly used to carry construction debris. The incident has raised questions about how the hospital manages its resources and keeps watch over them.

Concern is being voiced over the misuse of essential medical equipment. Questions have also been raised about the supervision of the construction work under way on the hospital premises. Stretchers are vital for moving patients from one place to another, especially in emergencies, and putting them to use in construction work is being criticised.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) condemned the incident. The party asked how equipment meant only for patient care could be used to carry construction waste. It also questioned how closely the hospital administration is supervising the contractor carrying out the construction.

AAP has demanded an inquiry into the matter and strict action against the contractor and hospital officials found responsible for the alleged misuse.

AAP media co-convener Niranjan Adagale said equipment meant for patient care should not be used for construction work. He demanded that accountability be fixed on both the contractor and the hospital officials concerned.