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Life Footprints – 32
Godlike doctor?
Make-shift heater was ablaze. Didi getting ready for school. I
left for university early.
Accidently her petticoat caught fire resulting into severe burns.
Ignorant of gravity and alone, mother applied homemade
lotion.
Later organised her admission under civil surgeon of hospital –
though arrogant, but big name. Doctor reassured not to worry.
Though in pains, we talked the whole night.
Condition suddenly deteriorated by dawn. She was gasping for
breath. Rushed to doctor‟s residence. Found him performing
puja. Begged & begged but without heed.
Doctor leisurely visited after she died of suspected tetanus.
Literature abounds with godlike doctors, but some are
demons…….
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