Tragedy Strikes: Doctor's Murder Highlights Rising Violence Against Medics

The murder of Dr. Javed Akhtar, a Unani practitioner in Delhi, has sparked outrage among doctors' associations. Two juveniles allegedly killed him, raising concerns over safety and law enforcement. Medical professionals demand urgent measures to protect healthcare workers amid increasing attacks.

A shocking incident has rocked the medical community after Dr. Javed Akhtar, a 55-year-old Unani practitioner, was brutally murdered in his hospital cabin in Delhi's Kalindi Kunj area. The doctor was reportedly shot at point-blank range by two juveniles who had come for treatment.

Doctors' associations across the capital have condemned the murder, emphasizing the growing dangers faced by healthcare professionals. National council member Dhruv Chauhan of the IMA's Junior Doctors Network pointed to the broader societal issues, declaring, 'Doctors are now sitting on deathbeds.'

The Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA) has called an emergency meeting to discuss further actions. Police investigations suggest the murder was a targeted attack, as authorities rush to apprehend the suspects.