Nationwide Protests for Central Protection Act Continue

Doctors across various states in India are protesting the brutal rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. Despite the Supreme Court's appeal for doctors to resume work, protests continue in West Bengal and Telangana, with junior doctors demanding better safety measures and justice. Healthcare services have been severely disrupted, affecting outpatient services and elective surgeries. In response to the protests, some states, including Rajasthan and Delhi, have resumed medical services after partial agreements with authorities. The demand for a central law to protect healthcare workers has gained momentum, though the Union government has ruled out such a need, citing existing state laws. Civic groups and citizens have also joined in protests, advocating for nationwide safety measures for medical professionals.