Mamata’s Bold Move: Disbanding Patient Welfare Councils Amid Protests Sparks New Debate on Healthcare Governance in Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has disbanded the Rugi Kalyan Samitis, the patient welfare associations in state-run hospitals, following protests by junior doctors. These Samitis, which were originally established for approving healthcare decisions, featured representatives from various governmental bodies. During a surprise visit to the protesting doctors, Mamata, who also oversees health, urged them ...
