New Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has terminated a security guard and registered a police complaint after a report of inappropriate behaviour involving a female patient, the institute said in a press release on Saturday.

The guard, identified as Dhananjay Singh, was dismissed from service. AIIMS also imposed a penalty on the private security agency that employed him.

“AIIMS New Delhi has taken strict action against security guard Mr Dhananjay Singh following a complaint of inappropriate behaviour with a woman patient. The guard has been terminated from service, a penalty has been levied on the security agency, and a police complaint has been lodged for further legal action,” the press release stated.

The premier medical institution underscored its commitment to patient safety and dignity, stressing a firm stance against harassment of any kind.

“AIIMS New Delhi reiterates its zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment and misbehaviour against women and remains committed to ensuring a safe and dignified environment for all patients and attendants,” the statement added.

Further legal proceedings have been initiated to ensure accountability, the institute said.