House Surgeons Announce Strike Over Alleged Ill-Treatment by Nursing Staff

Around 250 house surgeons at SCB Medical College and Hospital have initiated an indefinite cease work from Wednesday. Their move comes in response to alleged mistreatment by nursing staff. Hospital superintendent Dr. Sudhansu Sekhar Mishra remains hopeful for an amicable resolution. The conflict arose from a minor argument escalating into a protest.

About 250 house surgeons at SCB Medical College and Hospital have called for an indefinite cease work starting Wednesday, demanding action against nursing staff who allegedly mistreated them.

Hospital superintendent Dr. Sudhansu Sekhar Mishra believes that the massive workload and shortage of staff may be the reasons behind the conflict.

The altercation originated Monday night from a disagreement between a doctor and a nursing officer in the medicine department, escalating into a significant issue by Tuesday morning as local newspapers reported the incident.

House surgeons accused nursing staff of spreading misinformation and damaging the hospital's reputation, prompting a protest at the hospital superintendent's office. They demanded an apology and a retraction of false statements from the nursing association.

Nursing staff also held a counter-protest. Following a contentious meeting with the hospital committee, house surgeons declared a cease work strike starting Wednesday morning, opting to provide only emergency services.

Dr. Bibhas Kumar, Secretary of the House surgeons, confirmed the boycott of general duties.

(With inputs from agencies.)