Dr. Govinda KC Announces 22nd Hunger Strike Over Unaddressed Demands
Summary
Medical education activist Dr. Govinda KC has announced his 22nd hunger strike protesting the government's neglect of demands to make medical education non-profit and address corrupt practices.
Key Points
- Dr. Govinda KC announced his 22nd hunger strike starting tomorrow due to government's neglect of his demands.
- He demands that medical education and health services remain purely non-profit public sectors as per the National Medical Education Act, 2075 BS.
- Dr. KC opposes increasing paid seats in private medical colleges and reducing scholarships, fearing negative impacts on rural health institutions and poor students.
- He calls for revoking controversial appointments at Martyr Dasharath Chand Medical University and for action against corruption and past violent incidents.
