17 August 2024

Protests escalate in Kolkata as physicians demand justice

By Redoy K

Junior doctors at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata expressed dissatisfaction with the investigation into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. They demand immediate arrests, CBI transparency, and administrative resignations. Nationwide protests continue, with medical associations and students holding demonstrations. The Indian Medical Association announced a 24-hour withdrawal of services by modern medicine doctors from August 17-18. Despite protests, OPD and emergency services remain operational at RG Kar. prothom alo