The Federation of Resident Doctors’ Association (FORDA) resumed their strike following a vandalism incident at Kolkata’s R G Kar Medical College. Despite earlier assuring to end the protest after government promises, FORDA cited the recent violence and unmet commitments. Other resident doctors’ associations continued striking, demanding better security for medical professionals and immediate legal...
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Read MoreVandals armed with sticks and bricks stormed RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata past midnight, attacking critical care units, destroying medical supplies, and injuring doctors and nurses. Police detained ten suspects and are seeking help to identify others involved. Police reinforcements used tear gas to disperse the mob. The violence followed protests against a...
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