Doctors End 41-Day Strike, But Will Safety Orders Just Be Another Paper Tiger in Bengal’s Health System?
On September 19, 2024, resident doctors in West Bengal announced the end of their 41-day protest, agreeing to resume emergency services in state-run hospitals starting September 21. The strike followed the tragic death of a doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and was fueled by demands for better safety and security measures for healthcare professionals. ...