Chennai, 3 June (H.S.): Tragedy struck a family when an 8-day-old infant died while being transported from Mauritius to Chennai for heart treatment. The infant, who was born in Mauritius, was detected with a congenital heart condition and was recommended to undergo treatment at a hospital in Chennai.

The family had made arrangements to bring the infant to Chennai, but unfortunately, the baby's condition deteriorated during the journey, and the infant succumbed to the condition before reaching Chennai. The family is said to be devastated by the loss of their newborn child.

The incident highlights the challenges faced by families in accessing medical treatment for newborns with critical conditions, especially when they require specialized care not available in their home country. The authorities and hospitals concerned are likely to face questions about the arrangements made for the infant's transportation and treatment.

The incident has sent shockwaves among the community, and many are expressing condolences to the bereaved family. The authorities may conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the infant's death to determine if any lapses occurred during the transportation or treatment arrangements.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary