Jharkhand to Introduce Medical Protection Bill Amid Doctors' Safety Protests

Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta announced that the state will soon introduce a medical protection bill to safeguard doctors and healthcare workers. This decision comes amid protests by junior doctors in response to the alleged rape and murder of a woman medic in Kolkata. The state government promises prompt action for medical professionals' safety.

Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta declared that the state government is set to introduce a medical protection bill to the assembly, addressing the outcry by junior doctors demanding workplace security.

Nationwide, doctors, including those in Jharkhand, have been protesting against the alleged rape and murder of a woman medic in Kolkata. Following the Supreme Court's appeal, junior doctors at the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Ranchi stopped their 'pen down' agitation and resumed work.

The minister assured that stringent laws will soon be enacted for the protection of medical professionals. Gupta indicated ongoing dialogues with the Indian Medical Association and other medical organizations to ensure the safety and respect of healthcare workers.

(With inputs from agencies.)