Key Issues Behind the Doctors' Strike
Junior doctors at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College continue their protests following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The doctors remain firm on their demands despite a meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. They have also requested intervention from the Prime Minister and the President.
Key Demands of the Protesting Doctors
Arrest of those involved in the rape-murder case and those tampering with evidence.
Strict action against former principal Sandeep Ghosh of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
Resignation of Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal and Health Secretary Narayan Swaroop Nigam.
Improved security measures for health workers.
End to the culture of threats in government health institutions.
Mamata Banerjee’s Response
Mamata Banerjee visited the protest site at RG Kar Medical College, offering her support and apologizing on national television. She expressed her willingness to resign if necessary.
A group of junior doctors went to meet her but did not enter her residence, insisting that their meeting be video recorded and live-streamed, which was refused by the CM.
Conclusion:
The standoff between the junior doctors and the state government continues, with no immediate resolution.
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