Tezpur: Employees of Tezpur Medical College staged a protest after alleging mental harassment and physical assault by the Deputy Superintendent, demanding his immediate removal from the post.
Serious Allegations by Staff
Third- and fourth-grade employees accused the officer of repeatedly intimidating them and subjecting them to verbal abuse and physical misconduct over several months. Staff members alleged that the behaviour created a hostile and unsafe working environment within the institution.
Women Staff Also Raise Concerns
Both male and female employees claimed they were victims of the alleged harassment. According to staff members, the officer allegedly harassed employees under the pretext of monitoring duties, including women staff members.
Spontaneous Protest Erupts
The protest was described by employees as a spontaneous reaction to what they termed continued physical and mental harassment. They also accused the officer of enforcing an authoritarian work culture that affected morale and dignity at the workplace.
Complaint Filed With Police
The aggrieved employees have lodged a formal complaint with the local police and sought intervention from senior medical and administrative authorities of the state government to address the issue promptly.
Ultimatum Issued to Authorities
Protesters demanded that the Deputy Superintendent be removed from his position within a short timeframe. They warned that failure to take action could result in intensified agitation, including work-break protests.
Emergency Services to Remain Unaffected
The employees clarified that any future protest actions would not disrupt emergency medical services. They assured that patient care would continue uninterrupted despite the agitation.
Past Controversies at the College
Tezpur Medical College has witnessed administrative controversies in the past, including disputes over recruitment and workplace practices. Authorities at the college have not yet issued an official response to the latest allegations, and further details are awaited.
