The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced a 12-hour nationwide hunger strike today in solidarity with junior doctors in West Bengal who are protesting against the rape and murder of a female doctor. The protest, which began on October 5, comes after 50 days of cease-work in two phases, highlighting the growing frustration and demand for justice among the medical community.
The father of the postgraduate trainee doctor, who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, has expressed dissatisfaction with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging attempts to silence those demanding justice. He also accused the hospital and its staff of a potential cover-up, highlighting the discrepancies in the handling of the victim’s body and the alleged targeted nature of the crime. The incident has sparked outrage and protests from doctors across the nation, demanding justice and increased safety for medical professionals.
The murder of a 31-year-old doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College has sparked widespread outrage. The victim’s family alleges harassment by the Kolkata police, while the CBI investigates the incident. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced a 24-hour strike in protest, with OPDs and elective surgeries suspended nationwide. The incident has raised concerns about safety and security for medical professionals.
The tragic murder of a doctor in Kolkata has sparked nationwide protests and calls for action. The Union government is investigating the incident, reviewing the medical college’s safety standards, and considering issuing guidelines for hospitals to improve the safety of female doctors and patients. Resident doctors have gone on strike across the country demanding increased safety measures and justice for the victim.
