Doctors Protest After Resident Assaulted at Bikaner Hospital

In Bikaner, doctors protested and halted work after a resident doctor was allegedly assaulted by a patient at PBM Hospital's trauma center. The protest ended after hospital management promised increased security and filed a police case against the assailant.

A violent incident at Bikaner's PBM Hospital ignited a brief work stoppage by doctors. A resident doctor reported an assault by a patient at the hospital's trauma center on Friday night, leading to Saturday's protests.

Doctors staged a walkout, demanding improved security and accountability for the incident. Hospital authorities quickly convened meetings with the protesters, agreeing to enhance security measures by activating CCTV cameras and strengthening nighttime arrangements. A police case was also filed against the accused patient. Following these assurances, the doctors resumed their duties.