VIJAYAWADA: Indian Medical Association (IMA) Head Quarters, national vice-chairman, Dr C Srinivasa Raju, expressed deep outrage over the tragic rape and murder of a young postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.
In a statement, he condemned the atrocity and demanded swift justice for the victim. The incident has promptied the IMA to call for a nationwide withdrawal of services by doctors on August 17 and 18.
On August 15, a large crowd vandalised the hospital, attacking protesting medical students and destroying sections of the hospital, including the area where the victim was found.
In response, the IMA has declared a 24-hour strike, maintaining essential services while suspending routine Out Patient Department (OPDs) and elective surgeries. The IMA is demanding the enactment of Central Protection Act to safeguard medical professionals.