MBBS/BDS Intern Doctors Threaten Hunger Strike Over Unimplemented Agreements
Summary
MBBS and BDS intern doctors have warned of another hunger strike, accusing the government and the Medical Education Commission of failing to implement earlier agreements on stipends and working conditions. They are demanding higher living allowances, enforcement of labor rules, and stricter monitoring of private medical colleges.
Key Points
- MBBS and BDS intern doctors say earlier agreements with the government and the Medical Education Commission have not been implemented even after 16 days.
- They are demanding a stipend equal to 50 percent of the starting salary of the eighth level of health services, along with better support for housing, food, and transport.
- The movement also wants labor law provisions on working hours enforced in both government and private medical institutions and private colleges monitored for extra fees.
- Dilli Harijan, coordinator of the MBBS/BDS Intern Stipend Movement Nepal, warned that interns may launch a new hunger strike if decisions are further delayed.
