Doctors at a premier government hospital in Delhi have concluded an 11-day strike that was initiated in response to the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, despite ongoing protests across the country. The decision to end the strike followed an appeal by the Supreme Court for medical professionals to resume their duties. The tragic incident has sparked widespread demonstrations, with the medical community and the public demanding justice and safer working conditions for doctors. The Supreme Court has called for no punitive action against the striking doctors while acknowledging the need for better security and protection measures for medical staff.
- Doctors in Delhi ended an 11-day strike following the Supreme Court’s appeal to resume duties.
- The strike was prompted by the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata, leading to nationwide protests.
- The Supreme Court has urged doctors across India to return to work but did not mandate it.
- There have been calls for justice for the victim and concerns over the delayed investigation and potential tampering with evidence.
- Doctors are demanding better security and protections at work, highlighting the unsafe conditions for female doctors and the risks of violence from angry patients.
- The Supreme Court stated there should be no punitive actions against the doctors who participated in the strike.
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