A five-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a sanitary worker at Lahore’s Ganga Ram Hospital. The incident occurred on the seventh floor of the hospital’s Mother and Child Center, causing widespread outrage and protests in the city.

The girl’s mother accused the hospital administration of trying to cover up the incident. After raising the alarm, security guards detained the 22-year-old suspected sweeper and handed him over to the Mozang police.

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Although the police stated that initial investigations did not find evidence of sexual assault, a case has been filed against the suspect under harassment laws.

The hospital’s CCTV footage is being reviewed. The girl’s mother reportedly did not wish to pursue legal action, and the suspect’s arrest and investigation are ongoing.

The incident prompted protests by female doctors and paramedics outside the hospital, demanding justice and better safety measures. Protesters also blocked traffic, which was later cleared.

In response, Professor Khalid Masood Gondal, Vice Chancellor of Fatima Jinnah Medical University, organized a meeting to address the concerns of students and staff, promising to consider their demands.