In a important development, the Calcutta High Court has summoned a report from the West Bengal government regarding the postings of three junior doctors at RG Kar Hospital. This inquiry centers around the case of junior doctor aniket Mahato, alongside his colleagues Debashis Haldar and Asfakullah Naya, who allege that their postings were not merit-based. The court has set a deadline for the state to submit its report by Monday, with a follow-up hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
the controversy erupted as these doctors, known for their vocal protests against the state’s healthcare policies, claim that their postings were manipulated as a form of retaliation. Justice biswajit Basu has raised pointed questions about the fairness of the posting process, asking whether it is indeed truly merit-based or merely a matter of favoritism. The court’s inquiry aims to shed light on the criteria used for these appointments, challenging the state to justify its decisions. as the situation unfolds, the implications for the healthcare system and the rights of medical professionals in West Bengal remain a focal point of public interest.
