Silchar doctors protested on August 15, demanding justice for the RG Kar incident and improved security for medical staff. They seek strict punishment and accountability.
Junior doctors at Silchar Medical College and Hospital staged a protest on August 15 in response to the shocking events at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The protest came after the tragic incident involving the alleged rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at the Kolkata hospital. The doctors expressed their deep concern over the safety of medical professionals, demanding strict punishment for those involved in the heinous crime.
The protesting doctors also called for decisive action against the individuals responsible for the vandalism at RG Kar Medical College, where several hospital facilities were damaged during a peaceful protest. They emphasized the need for better security measures within hospital premises to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
The protest in Silchar is part of a broader outcry across medical institutions in India, with healthcare professionals demanding accountability and enhanced protection in their workplaces. The junior doctors in Silchar stood in solidarity with their colleagues in Kolkata, urging the authorities to ensure justice and safety for all medical staff.