Protests Erupt as Telangana Junior Doctors Demand Justice for Kolkata Colleague

Junior doctors in Telangana continue protests against the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor in Kolkata. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has called for a 24-hour withdrawal of non-emergency services nationwide. The protesting doctors are demanding justice and the implementation of a 'central protection act'.

Junior doctors in Telangana on Friday carried on with their protests following the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor in Kolkata. Several private super-specialty hospitals have announced a suspension of outpatient services on Saturday in line with a call given by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).

Protests by junior doctors included demonstrations, road blockades, and bike rallies at various locations in the state. Doctors at the Gandhi hospital, who refrained from outpatient services and elective surgeries, are demanding justice for their deceased colleague and the implementation of a 'central protection act' for the safety of healthcare personnel.

A representative from the Gandhi hospital mentioned that a major protest is planned for Saturday at Dharna Chowk near Indira Park. The IMA has called for a 24-hour nationwide withdrawal of non-emergency services by doctors across sectors and locations, while emergency services will remain functional.