Gandhinagar: In a disturbing incident highlighting safety concerns on medical campuses, a resident doctor at GMERS Medical College and Hospital in Gandhinagar was allegedly assaulted by an outsider inside the hostel premises late at night.
Outsider Entry Raises Alarm
According to the Junior Doctors’ Association, the incident occurred on December twenty one at around eleven thirty at night, when an outsider reportedly entered the residential area without permission and attacked the doctor within the hostel campus.
Junior Doctors Announce Strike
Calling the incident a grave threat to their safety, resident doctors under the JDA have announced an indefinite strike. They have stated that routine work will not resume until immediate and concrete steps are taken to ensure their security.
Association Writes to Dean
In a letter addressed to the Dean of GMERS Medical College, the association detailed the incident and stressed that the assault has created an atmosphere of fear and insecurity among resident doctors living on campus.
Ignored Warnings on Security
The JDA pointed out that concerns regarding inadequate security arrangements in the hostel premises had been raised multiple times in the past. Despite repeated representations, no effective action was taken by the authorities, which they said led to this avoidable incident.
Key Safety Demands Raised
Resident doctors have demanded a written assurance from the college administration regarding improved security measures. These include round-the-clock deployment of trained security staff, strict checks on unauthorised entry, proper installation and functioning of CCTV cameras, and a formal inquiry with strict action against the attacker.
Deadline for Assurance
The association has clearly stated that the authorities must provide satisfactory assurance and visible implementation of security measures within a short time frame. Failure to do so will leave the doctors with no option but to continue the strike.
Appeal for Prompt Intervention
In their communication, the resident doctors expressed hope for swift intervention by the authorities. They emphasised that ensuring safety on campus is essential not only for doctors but also for maintaining institutional harmony and uninterrupted healthcare services.
