Protests Erupt Over Controversial Transfers of Key RG Kar Movement Doctors
In a significant turn of events, junior doctors Aniket Mahat and Asfakullla naya, prominent figures in the RG Kar movement, have lodged a formal complaint at the Health Department against what they describe as opaque transfers. This follows the earlier transfer of their colleague debashis Halder from Howrah District Hospital to Malda. The recent changes have sparked outrage among the medical community, raising questions about the motives behind these decisions.
Mahat has been reassigned to Raiganj, while Naya has been moved to Purulia. Naya expressed concerns over previous attempts to intimidate them,including filing FIRs and attempts at arrest. He emphasized that these transfers are merely a tactic to suppress their voices. “Just as the three of us are moved doesn’t mean the healthcare system will go unchallenged,” he stated.Both doctors are set to begin their roles as senior residents after their postings were altered following the release of merit lists, which has further elaborate the situation.The RG Kar movement,which has been pivotal in advocating for healthcare reforms,continues to face challenges,but the resolve of its leaders remains steadfast.
