On Monday evening, a crucial meeting was called at the Jamui Sadar Hospital premises in protest against the assault and vandalism in a clinic with a doctor in Kopi Linkpuraniya, which was prompted by the invitation of the Indian Medical Association (IMA). The meeting was attended by all private and government doctors of the district. It was unanimously decided to observe a one-day strike in the district on November 21st.
The incident took place on November 17th near the Line Bazaar in Purnia, where a doctor was brutally attacked and the clinic was vandalized. This incident has sparked outrage among the medical fraternity, leading to the call for a strike. The doctors are demanding strict action against the perpetrators and better security measures for medical professionals.
The one-day strike in Jamui district is aimed at highlighting the urgent need for safety and protection for doctors. The medical community is deeply concerned about the increasing incidents of violence against healthcare professionals. They are demanding that the government take immediate action to ensure the safety of doctors and provide a conducive environment for them to carry out their duties without fear.
The strike is expected to have a significant impact on healthcare services in the district on November 21st. It is hoped that this protest will draw attention to the alarming situation faced by doctors and prompt the authorities to take concrete steps to address the issue of violence against medical professionals.
