Doctors in Assam Demand Justice and Safety in Nationwide Protest

Doctors across Assam joined a nationwide protest against the rape and murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital. They demanded exemplary punishment for the culprits and a central law to ensure their safety. Non-essential medical services stopped as doctors pressed for justice, education, and security reforms.

In a powerful display of unity, doctors across Assam participated in a nationwide protest on Saturday, decrying the rape and murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital. They called for strict punishment for the culprits and a central law guaranteeing the safety of medical professionals.

The protest saw outpatient and non-essential services come to a near standstill as doctors, adorned with black badges and placards, voiced their demands. This action was part of a 24-hour nationwide withdrawal of non-emergency medical services, declared by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).

Doctors emphasized the need for societal awareness and educational reforms to prevent such crimes. They also pointed out the persistent lack of security faced by medical professionals. The protestors urged immediate arrests and called for CCTV installations in hospitals to ensure safety. The collective outcry included powerful slogans like 'No safety, no duty' and 'We want justice'.

(With inputs from agencies.)