Prime Minister regrets death of Chandigarh Kidney Patient

New Delhi: Breaking News! Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has regretted the death of 32-year-old Sumit Prakash Verma, who died of a kidney problem during Prime Minister's visit to Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh. Sumit's family had alleged that he died, as his ambulance was not allowed to enter the emergency area on time because of PM's security measures.

The Prime Minister wrote a letter to Sumit's wife, expressing his sadness and regret over the incident and said that he has asked the security agencies to care for the problems of common man, even if the security measures are in place.

Sumit was suffering from renal failure and other complications. He hailed from Ambala near Chandigarh. Sumit is survived by his wife and two children.