Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, 30, August, 2025 — A video from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, has gone viral showing a hospital patient on an intravenous (IV) drip being taken for a bike ride by his friends. The incident has raised serious concerns about patient safety and hospital security.
In the video, the young man is seen sitting between two friends on a motorcycle while still connected to an IV line. The IV fluid bottle is held upright by one of his companions as the group drives through the streets. According to reports, the patient was admitted to a local hospital for treatment, but left the premises with his friends without medical supervision.
Medical experts have highlighted the risks of such actions. An IV line provides fluids or medication directly into the bloodstream, and any disturbance or contamination can lead to complications such as infection, vein injury, or interruption of treatment. Movement on a motorcycle while attached to an IV line also increases the risk of dislodgement, which can cause bleeding or air entering the vein, a potentially dangerous condition known as air embolism.
Authorities have not released details about the hospital where the incident occurred or whether any action will be taken against those involved. The video has circulated widely on social media platforms, drawing attention to the need for stricter monitoring of patients in healthcare facilities.
Why IV Drips Must Remain Under Supervision
IV drips are used to deliver fluids, electrolytes, or medications directly into a patient’s bloodstream. Proper monitoring is essential to:
Ensure the correct flow rate of fluids or medication.
Prevent infection at the insertion site.
Detect and address complications such as vein inflammation or blockage.
Avoid accidental dislodgement of the cannula, which can lead to bleeding or loss of treatment.
Prevent air embolism, a rare but potentially life-threatening condition if air enters the bloodstream.
Healthcare professionals emphasize that patients on IV drips should remain under medical supervision within hospital premises until the treatment is complete.
Similar Incidents Reported
This is not the first instance of patients being taken out of hospitals while still under treatment. In 2023, a video from Uttar Pradesh showed a patient being carried out of a hospital ward with an IV drip still attached, raising questions about hospital oversight.
(Rh/Eth/MSM)