Following an 11-day strike in protest of the tragic rape and murder of a trainee medic in Kolkata, some doctors in India have now returned to work.
Despite this, demonstrations persist in Kolkata against the recent fatal sexual assault at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
Doctors nationwide halted work, except for emergency services, to demand improved safety in medical facilities and justice for the victim.
The Resident Doctors’ Association (RDA) at AIIMS in New Delhi expressed gratitude for the Supreme Court’s involvement and emphasized patient care as their primary focus.
In a show of national interest and public service, the RDA at the Indira Gandhi Hospital in Delhi also announced the end of their strike.
The Supreme Court urged doctors to resume work and ordered safety measures to be implemented within two weeks, while the CBI provided an update on the investigation.
The nation was shaken by the heinous crime at the RG Kar Medical College, prompting widespread protests and calls for action.
In response, the Supreme Court established a task force to address the safety concerns of healthcare workers, particularly women doctors.
The safety and well-being of doctors and medical staff is a pressing national issue that requires immediate attention.
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