NMC Urges Medical Colleges to Bolster Safety for Staff Amid Rising Violence

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has advised medical colleges to develop policies for a safe work environment following the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The NMC emphasized security measures like CCTV coverage and adequate lighting, especially in sensitive areas, to protect staff and students.

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a directive to medical colleges and institutions across the country, urging them to establish comprehensive policies to ensure a safe work environment.

This advisory follows the tragic alleged rape and killing of a trainee doctor at a government hospital in Kolkata, which has sparked protests among resident doctors nationwide.

The NMC underscores the need for robust security measures, including CCTV surveillance, adequate lighting in sensitive areas, and the deployment of security personnel, to protect faculty, students, and staff.

The commission also mandates prompt investigations and official reports on incidents of violence against medical students, requiring a detailed action-taken report to be submitted within 48 hours.

(With inputs from agencies.)