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Maharashtra Resident Doctors Continue Agitation

Resident doctors in Maharashtra continue their agitation despite withdrawing strike. Demands still unmet.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 07 August 2026 at 10:35 pm
Maharashtra Resident Doctors Continue Agitation

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met with a delegation of Central MARD on Thursday. The delegation, led by Dr Atharva Shinde and Dr Vinayak Shah, informed the Chief Minister that the statewide indefinite strike was withdrawn only to comply with the Bombay High Court's directions.

The strike was called off out of respect for the High Court's order, not because the resident doctors' demands had been fulfilled. The delegation stressed that the agitation will continue until a resolution is reached.

The Chief Minister heard the delegation's concerns in detail and assured them that the issues raised would receive positive consideration. Central MARD remains committed to engaging in constructive dialogue with the government.

The resident doctors' demands have been pending for a long time, and they are determined to continue their peaceful democratic protest until their demands are resolved. The agitation is a result of the long-pending demands of resident doctors across Maharashtra.

The Bombay High Court had directed the resident doctors to withdraw their strike, and the delegation has complied with the order. However, the resident doctors are determined to continue their agitation until their demands are met.

The Central MARD delegation informed the Chief Minister that they will continue to engage in constructive dialogue with the government while continuing their peaceful democratic protest. The resident doctors are hoping for a positive outcome from the government.

The agitation by resident doctors has been a major concern for the government, and the Chief Minister's assurance to consider their demands is a positive step. However, the resident doctors remain skeptical and are determined to continue their agitation until their demands are met.

The Maharashtra government is under pressure to resolve the issue, and the Chief Minister's meeting with the Central MARD delegation is a step in that direction. The resident doctors are hoping for a resolution soon, but they are prepared to continue their agitation until their demands are met.

In conclusion, the resident doctors in Maharashtra will continue their agitation despite withdrawing their strike. The government has assured them that their demands will receive positive consideration, but the resident doctors remain skeptical and are determined to continue their peaceful democratic protest until their demands are resolved.

Frequently asked questions

Why did the resident doctors withdraw their strike?

The resident doctors withdrew their strike to comply with the Bombay High Court's directions.

What are the demands of the resident doctors?

The demands of the resident doctors have been pending for a long time, but the exact details are not specified.

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