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Waiting for lung transplant, Lucknow doctor dies in Hyderabad

Her husband, Dr Ajay Kumar, had said, "This (Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF)) poses the threat of any liquid or food taken through the mouth going directly to the lungs. Stomach reflexes can also enter the lungs. Under such a condition, a lung transplant cannot be done"

Protest against transfer policy, doctor kills self

She set herself on fire pouring alcohol on her body at her Behala residence on 16 August in protest against the alleged reluctance of the health department, headed by the chief minister Mamata Banerjee, to transfer her to a hospital in the city or elsewhere close to her residence despite repeated requests.