Medical Education Struggle Campaign Protests Abuse Against Resident Doctors at National Medical College
Summary
The Medical Education Struggle Campaign has accused National Medical College in Birgunj of mistreating resident doctors, filing false cases, and withholding pay and allowances set by the Medical Education Commission. It has warned of street protests if the cases are not withdrawn and the doctors’ demands are not resolved quickly.
Key Points
- The Medical Education Struggle Campaign objected to alleged mistreatment, false cases, and exploitation of resident doctors at National Medical College in Birgunj.
- The campaign said the college has not paid remuneration and salary allowances set by the Medical Education Commission and has forced doctors to work more than 36 consecutive hours.
- It also condemned threatening notices, orders to vacate the hostel, and letters sent to IOM to recall resident doctors from the college.
- The campaign urged the government to cancel the college’s affiliation and warned of protests if the demands are not addressed.
