Nagpur Doctors Unite in Protest Over Kolkata Incident, Demand Justice
Nagpur, India: Hundreds of doctors under the Indian Medical Association (IMA) held a protest march, demanding justice for the victim of a heinous crime in Kolkata and calling for better protection for healthcare professionals. The protest highlighted the vulnerability of doctors, particularly women, to violence, and the need for authorities to ensure their safety in hospitals and medical campuses.
Dr. Manjusha Giri, President of IMA Nagpur, emphasized that doctors are often at risk due to the nature of their profession. "It is the responsibility of the authorities to provide safety for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers inside hospitals and campuses," she stated.
The protest saw participation from various medical associations, including the Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD), Maharashtra State Medical Teachers Association (MSMTA), and students from several medical colleges in Nagpur. The event was a strong show of unity among the medical community.
Dr. Pratik Debaje, President of Central MARD, expressed concerns about the security within medical college premises, especially after the Kolkata incident. "We feel the security should be tightened inside the medical college premises. Future medicos should be able to work in a safe environment," he said.
The protest also saw discussions about the possibility of young doctors applying for gun licenses, highlighting the growing concern over safety in the medical profession.
Prominent members of the medical community, including Dr Avinash Gawande, Medical Superintendent of Government Medical College and Hospital, assured that all efforts are being made to ensure that patients in critical condition are not neglected.
The demonstration was supported by various medical leaders and associations, underlining the collective demand for swift action from both the West Bengal and Central Governments to bring justice to the victim’s family.
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