India, Nov. 2 -- In a tragic incident highlighting the lack of basic road connectivity in rural Odisha, a woman died while being carried on a sling for seven kilometres to a hospital after developing complications following childbirth in Ganjam district.

The incident was reported from Soradapalli village under Beguniapada block. The deceased has been identified as Rashmita Sabar.

According to reports, Rashmita gave birth to a baby girl at her home. However, her health suddenly deteriorated after delivery, prompting her family members and villagers to arrange for her immediate hospitalisation.

As there is no all-weather road connecting the village, an ambulance could not reach the location. Left with no alternative, family members and ...