A 22-year-old woman died and four others are critically ill after C-sections at Midnapore Medical College Hospital; their families blame expired Ringer's lactate IV solution. Authorities have formed a 13-member committee for investigation. The woman's husband and other affected families have filed complaints, alleging negligence.
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