Punjab Health Minister Demands Justice, Compensation for Kolkata Doctor’s Family, Calls for Stricter Laws
Chandigarh, August 19
Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr. Balbir Singh, today expressed solidarity with the medical fraternity protesting the horrific rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. He demanded a swift investigation, exemplary punishment for the culprits, and a substantial ex-gratia of Rs. 10 crore for the victim’s parents from the central and West Bengal governments.
Dr. Singh emphasized the urgent need for a stringent central law to protect medical professionals from violence. He assured the medical community of the Punjab government’s full support and outlined several measures to enhance the security of doctors in the state. see this link also….Punjab CM Honors Hockey Heroes with Cash Rewards
Key Points:
- Financial Assistance: Demanded Rs. 10 crore ex-gratia for the victim’s family.
- Legal Action: Urged the central government to enact a strict law against violence against healthcare workers.
- Security Measures: Ordered security audits of state health institutes and directed the implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) within 48 hours.
- Support for Doctors: Assured full support to the medical community but urged them to resume duties considering patient care, especially for the underprivileged.
The minister met with representatives of various medical associations to address their concerns and outline the government’s action plan.
