Nasir Khan
Srinagar, Aug 17 (NVI): Doctors and medical students at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, staged a protest on Saturday against the brutal rape and murder of a doctor from Kolkata.
The protestors expressed their outrage and demanded justice for the victim, condemning the horrific act and calling for stricter measures to protect women and ensure such incidents do not recur.
The protesting doctors said that the safety of doctors, especially young medical professionals who are the backbone of the healthcare system and future of the country’s Heath Care, is of paramount importance
“There can be no compromise when it comes to ensuring the safety of doctors.” they said.
“New Rules must be passed and effectively implemented to guarantee the doctors feel safe and secure in their work places.” They added.
“We express utmost solidarity with the departed soul. The incident, the improper investigation as well as the violence seen in the aftermath is a devastating tragedy not just for the medical community but for the entire nation and further highlights the dismal condition of doctor’s and women’s safety in our society.” They added.
They said that their demands are urgent dispensation of justice to the accused in the case, Implementation of Central Protection Act, Immediate implementation of enhanced security measures in GMC Srinagar and its Associated Hospitals including: 24×7 deployment of security personnel at all hospital checkpoints, indoor wards and OT’S, Enforcement of gate pass system for attendants and Institutional FIR in the event of any violence against doctors and staff on duty” it reads.
“No institutional pressure or disciplinary action to be taken against any doctor or student participating in the aforementioned strike.” They said.
The demonstration highlighted the medical community’s solidarity and their demand for swift action against the perpetrators. (News Vibes of India)
