Doctors Demand Urgent Reform: Rotatory Headship at AIIMS and PGIMER

Doctors from AIIMS and PGIMER conducted a peaceful march to urge the implementation of the rotatory headship policy. Despite three months of protests, they demanded change by August 15. With support from IMA and DMA, they emphasize this reform is crucial for transparency and fairness.

Doctors affiliated with the Faculty Association of AIIMS (FAIMS) and the Faculty Association of PGIMER held a peaceful demonstration on Friday. The protest aimed to accelerate the implementation of the rotatory headship policy, seen as vital for enhancing fairness and accountability within India's top medical institutions.

The march, which initiated at AIIMS, Delhi, with faculty members converging at the JLN Auditorium, progressed toward Parliament but was halted by police barricades near Gate 1. Subsequent discussions took place between FAIMS representatives and the AIIMS director to advance the concerns raised during the demonstration.

Despite clear directives for the policy's execution and prominent support from the Indian Medical Association, doctors have warned of further action if resolutions are not met by mid-August. Their demands highlight the policy as a longstanding recommendation already adopted by premier institutions nationwide.

(With inputs from agencies.)