Summary Seven PIMS officials, including former executive director Dr Rana Imran Sikandar, have been charge-sheeted over alleged safety lapses, fire incidents and emergency management failures.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Seven officials of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) have been charge-sheeted over alleged negligence in safety arrangements and emergency procedures following child deaths and fire incidents at the hospital.
The officials, including former PIMS Executive Director Dr Rana Imran Sikandar, face allegations of failing to implement safety measures, emergency arrangements and fire safety protocols.
The charge sheets identify alleged shortcomings in hospital safety arrangements, the fire safety action programme, emergency response procedures and the safe evacuation of patients.
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Dr Rana Imran Sikandar has been accused of failing to enforce safety protocols and ensure necessary arrangements. The charges allege that fire incidents occurred in July and August due to negligence, while shortcomings identified during an inquiry into a July 2026 hostel incident were also not adequately addressed.
According to the documents, the former executive director failed to ensure the effective implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident-response command protocols through subordinate officers. He has also been accused of neglecting regular inspections and proper checks at the hospital.
Joint Executive Director Dr Mutahir Shah has been accused of failing to fulfil his responsibilities concerning nursing affairs and infrastructure supervision. The charge sheet also alleges that he failed to conduct regular hospital rounds and ensure proper oversight.
Joint Executive Director (Non-Medical) Waris Ali Raza faces allegations of serious negligence involving blocked passageways, inadequate ventilation and faulty equipment. According to the charges, these shortcomings severely obstructed emergency evacuation and rescue operations.
Director MCH Dr Nousheela Amjad has been accused of failing to supervise safety measures and emergency preparedness.
Dr Saadia Riaz faces allegations of failing to ensure the availability of doctors and staff during night shifts.
The charge sheet alleges that Dr Aneza Jaleel failed to address deficiencies relating to the causes of the incident and evacuation difficulties despite receiving a notice.
Meanwhile, Dr Naghma Nawaz has been accused of leaving her duty station without adequate supervision and remaining absent during a fire incident.
