KDMC Doctors Boycott Work After Assault

A group of doctors from the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) hospital have refused to return to work after being assaulted by a patient's relatives. The incident occurred on February 22, when a patient died at the hospital, and the relatives alleged that the doctors were responsible for the death.

The doctors claimed that they were beaten and threatened by the relatives, and that the hospital administration did not provide them with adequate security. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has come out in support of the doctors, stating that they will not return to work until their demands for better security are met.

The Bombay High Court intervened in the matter, directing the KDMC to provide adequate security to the doctors and to take action against the assailants. However, the doctors have refused to return to work, citing concerns for their safety.

The KDMC has agreed to provide additional security measures, including CCTV cameras and security guards, but the doctors are demanding more stringent measures. The IMA has warned that if the demands are not met, they will be forced to go on a statewide strike.

The incident has highlighted the growing concern of violence against doctors in India. According to a recent survey, over 70% of doctors have faced violence or threats at some point in their careers. The issue has sparked a nationwide debate, with many calling for stricter laws to protect medical professionals.

The KDMC hospital has been affected by the boycott, with many patients being turned away due to the lack of doctors. The hospital administration has appealed to the doctors to return to work, but they have refused, stating that they will not compromise on their safety.

The Bombay High Court has scheduled a hearing on the matter for next week, where it is expected to pass an order on the security measures to be taken by the KDMC. The court has also directed the police to investigate the incident and to take action against the assailants.

The incident has sparked a wave of solidarity among doctors across the state, with many coming out in support of the KDMC doctors. The IMA has stated that they will continue to support the doctors until their demands are met, and that they will not back down until the government takes concrete steps to address the issue of violence against doctors.

In conclusion, the boycott by the KDMC doctors has highlighted the growing concern of violence against medical professionals in India. The incident has sparked a nationwide debate, and it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the demands of the doctors.