Doctors Protest Against Labor Exploitation in Kathmandu

Summary

Doctors, medical officers, and resident doctors protested in Kathmandu against labor exploitation, demanding adherence to Nepal's Labor Act and fair wages.

Key Points
  • Doctors, medical officers, and resident doctors protested in Maitighar, Kathmandu, against labor exploitation.
  • They claim trainee doctors work beyond the maximum allowed hours per Nepal's Labor Act, 2074.
  • They demand overtime allowances if working more than 48 hours per week.
  • They seek implementation of increased salaries and removal of one-year mandatory work experience after MBBS and BDS for MD/MS/MDS.
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