Tamil Nadu health Minister Ma Subramaniam quickly responded to public outrage by promising strict action, but instead of penalizing Irfan directly, the authorities took disciplinary measures against the hospital and the doctor who allowed the incident. While the hospital and medical professionals involved are expected to adhere to strict ethical guidelines, many citizens feel that Irfan himself should also bear responsibility for using a sensitive medical moment as content. Even a murder case was registered earlier and he escaped from it.
The incident has fueled suspicions that Irfan’s political associations might afford him certain privileges, sparing him from repercussions. Allegations that he has avoided punishment because of ties with the ruling DMK party reflect a common perception of favoritism that some claim allows individuals with political connections to evade accountability.
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