The Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday issued another advisory to West Bengal on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/protesting-doctors-rejects-mamatas-invite-for-talks-demands-an-unconditional-apology-first-227276">ongoing strike by doctors in the state</a> and has sought a report on the matter urgently. The Ministry, in its advisory, said that "unabated violence over the years is evidently a matter of deep concern," news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

The Central government has also sought a report from the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aiims-safdarjung-doctors-issue-48-hour-ultimatum-to-mamata-criticizes-her-for-being-hostile-and-unapologetic-227254">West Bengal government</a> on measures taken to contain political violence and investigate such incidents of violence to bring culprits to book.

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In its advisory, the Ministry pointed at the growing number of incidents of election-related, political violence and casualties over 4 years from 2016 to 2019.

Meanwhile, agitating doctors in West Bengal have turned down the invite for a closed-door meeting with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the state secretariat, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;

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The doctors have, instead, asked Banerjee to visit the NRS Medical College and Hospital for an open discussion to resolve the ongoing impasse.

"We feel highly insecure and apprehensive regarding our representatives' meeting with the chief minister behind closed doors. That is why we are not sending any representatives to the Chief Minister's Office to attend the meeting," said a spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors after holding a governing body meeting.

 
"We humbly request the chief minister to meet all of us at the NRSMCH to discuss and implement all our demands at the earliest," the spokesperson said.

"We are open to a healthy discussion to find a solution to meet our demands. We are deeply concerned about the sufferings of the common people," he added.

Meanwhile, over 300 medical professionals across various state-run medical college and hospitals have resigned from their services.&nbsp;

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The Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday issued another advisory to West Bengal on the ongoing strike by doctors in the state and has sought a report on the matter urgently.

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday issued another advisory to West Bengal on the ongoing strike by doctors in the state and has sought a report on the matter urgently. The Ministry, in its advisory, said that "unabated violence over the years is evidently a matter of deep concern," news agency ANI reported. The Central government has also sought a report from the West Bengal government on measures taken to contain political violence and investigate such incidents of violence to bring culprits to book. MHA Sources: Pointing out the growing number of incidents of election related&political violence&casualties over 4 years from 2016 to 2019,Ministry of Home Affairs in an advisory issued to state govt said,"unabated violence over the years is evidently a matter of deep concern.” https://t.co/WWKkSZ6IDc — ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2019 × In its advisory, the Ministry pointed at the growing number of incidents of election-related, political violence and casualties over 4 years from 2016 to 2019. Meanwhile, agitating doctors in West Bengal have turned down the invite for a closed-door meeting with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the state secretariat, news agency PTI reported. Sources: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued another advisory to West Bengal state government on the ongoing strike by doctors and sought a report on the matter urgently. — ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2019 × The doctors have, instead, asked Banerjee to visit the NRS Medical College and Hospital for an open discussion to resolve the ongoing impasse. "We feel highly insecure and apprehensive regarding our representatives' meeting with the chief minister behind closed doors. That is why we are not sending any representatives to the Chief Minister's Office to attend the meeting," said a spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors after holding a governing body meeting. "We humbly request the chief minister to meet all of us at the NRSMCH to discuss and implement all our demands at the earliest," the spokesperson said. "We are open to a healthy discussion to find a solution to meet our demands. We are deeply concerned about the sufferings of the common people," he added. Meanwhile, over 300 medical professionals across various state-run medical college and hospitals have resigned from their services. (With inputs from agencies) Watch: Chaos In West Bengal ×

Ministry of Home Affairs issues another advisory to West Bengal government, says 'unabated violence matter of deep concern'

Striking junior doctors <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aiims-safdarjung-doctors-issue-48-hour-ultimatum-to-mamata-criticizes-her-for-being-hostile-and-unapologetic-227254">turned down</a> West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s invitation for a meeting at the State Secretariat, which was called to resolved the impasse, and continued their protest for the fifth consecutive day on Saturday.

The doctors, who are protesting against the assault on two of their colleagues at NRS Medical College and Hospital, had on Friday sought an unconditional apology from Banerjee and set six conditions for the state government in order to withdraw their stir.

“We are not going to the Secretariat upon the invitation of the Chief Minister for the meeting. She will have to come to the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital and deliver an unconditional apology for her comments made during her visit to the SSKM Hospital on Thursday,” Arindam Dutta, spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors, told PTI. “If she can go to the SSKM, she can also come to the NRS... or else this agitation will go on,” Dutta said.

Banerjee, who visited the state-run SSKM Hospital on Thursday amid slogans of “we want justice”, had contended that outsiders were creating disturbances in the medical colleges and the ongoing agitation is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP.

On Friday night, the agitating junior doctors declined to attend a meeting called by the Chief Minister at the state secretariat, saying it was a ploy to break their stir.

After seeing that the protesting doctors did not turn up on Friday night, Ms Banerjee asked the students to come to Nabanna, the state secretariat, at 5 pm on Saturday, senior physician Sukumar Mukherjee said.

Mr Mukherjee along with other senior doctors, who were not part of the agitation, met Ms Banerjee on Friday.

They held a two-hour-long meeting with the Chief Minister at the secretariat to find a solution to the ongoing problem.

Notably, over 300 senior doctors across various state-run medical college and hospitals resigned from their services in solidarity with their agitating colleagues.

Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi last evening invited Banerjee to Raj Bhawan for a meeting to resolve the crisis. Ms/ Banerjee, however, did not respond.

“I tried to contact the chief minister. I called her up. Till this moment there is no response from her. If she calls me up, we will discuss the matter,” the governor told reporters after visiting Paribaha Mukhopadhyay, the doctor who was assaulted, at a hospital on Friday night.

Meanwhile, resident doctors of AIIMS and Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi have given a 48-hour ultimatum to Banerjee to meet the demands of the agitating doctors, failing which they said they would go on an indefinite&nbsp;strike.

Striking junior doctors turned down West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s invitation for a meeting at the State Secretariat, which was called to resolved the impasse, and continued their protest for the fifth consecutive day on Saturday.

Striking junior doctors turned down West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s invitation for a meeting at the State Secretariat, which was called to resolved the impasse, and continued their protest for the fifth consecutive day on Saturday. The doctors, who are protesting against the assault on two of their colleagues at NRS Medical College and Hospital, had on Friday sought an unconditional apology from Banerjee and set six conditions for the state government in order to withdraw their stir. “We are not going to the Secretariat upon the invitation of the Chief Minister for the meeting. She will have to come to the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital and deliver an unconditional apology for her comments made during her visit to the SSKM Hospital on Thursday,” Arindam Dutta, spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors, told PTI. “If she can go to the SSKM, she can also come to the NRS... or else this agitation will go on,” Dutta said. Banerjee, who visited the state-run SSKM Hospital on Thursday amid slogans of “we want justice”, had contended that outsiders were creating disturbances in the medical colleges and the ongoing agitation is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP. On Friday night, the agitating junior doctors declined to attend a meeting called by the Chief Minister at the state secretariat, saying it was a ploy to break their stir. After seeing that the protesting doctors did not turn up on Friday night, Ms Banerjee asked the students to come to Nabanna, the state secretariat, at 5 pm on Saturday, senior physician Sukumar Mukherjee said. Mr Mukherjee along with other senior doctors, who were not part of the agitation, met Ms Banerjee on Friday. They held a two-hour-long meeting with the Chief Minister at the secretariat to find a solution to the ongoing problem. Notably, over 300 senior doctors across various state-run medical college and hospitals resigned from their services in solidarity with their agitating colleagues. Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi last evening invited Banerjee to Raj Bhawan for a meeting to resolve the crisis. Ms/ Banerjee, however, did not respond. “I tried to contact the chief minister. I called her up. Till this moment there is no response from her. If she calls me up, we will discuss the matter,” the governor told reporters after visiting Paribaha Mukhopadhyay, the doctor who was assaulted, at a hospital on Friday night. Meanwhile, resident doctors of AIIMS and Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi have given a 48-hour ultimatum to Banerjee to meet the demands of the agitating doctors, failing which they said they would go on an indefinite strike.

Protesting doctors reject Mamata's invite for talks; demands an unconditional apology first

Juniors Doctors in West Bengal refuse to end their strike. Doctors raise demands after Didi's ultimatum. Mamata Banerjee calls protest a conspiracy. West Bengal CM blames BJP, CPI(M) for this.

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Striking junior doctors across West Bengal on Thursday refused to end their stir till they are provided adequate security in government hospitals and defied a deadline set by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-fails-to-end-impasse-at-government-hospitals-mass-resignations-begin-226948">Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee</a>, who alleged that opposition BJP and CPI(M) were instigating the protesters as part of a "conspiracy" and giving communal colour to the issue.

Services have been affected over the past three days in emergency wards, outpatient facilities and pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a large number of private medical facilities in the state due to the strike by the doctors who are protesting after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS Medical College and Hospital here by a mob following the death of a patient.

The India Medical Association has declared "All India Protest Day" on Friday against the incident and expressed solidarity with the striking doctors. The opposition attacked Banerjee over the impasse, with the BJP accusing her of acting as "Hitler".&nbsp;

There was high drama as the chief minister reached the state-run SSKM hospital here at around noon amid slogans of "we want justice" by the doctors. "I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, said and directed the police to clear the premises and only allow patients to stay.

Stating that patients were suffering, she gave the doctors a four-hour deadline to rejoin service, but later revised it to 2 pm. Warning of strict action against those who do not resume work, she said they will have to vacate hostels.

Despite Banerjee's ultimatum, the agitating doctors continued their stir. A joint platform of doctors met Governor K N Tripathi, who appealed them to resume duties.&nbsp;

"We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. Our demands are simple... Proper security with armed policemen at all hospitals, arrest of culprits involved in the NRS attack on Saturday under non-bailable sections.

"We did not expect the chief minister to say what she did," a member of the delegation said. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief, however alleged that outsiders had entered medical colleges and hospitals to create disturbance and that she was "abused" by the doctors at the hospital.&nbsp;

"The BJP, with help from the CPI(M), is indulging in Hindu-Muslim politics. I am shocked to see their love affair," Banerjee said and alleged "BJP chief Amit Shah is encouraging his party cadre to create communal tension and run a propaganda on Facebook."

The TMC and the BJP are locked in a bitter turf war in West Bengal, which has been rocked by post-poll violence, with Banerjee accusing the saffron party of trying to foment trouble in the state to topple her government. The BJP has claimed that Banerjee is targeting it as she is rattled by its major gains in Lok Sabha elections.

In a Facebook post, the chief minister highlighted the plight of patients in hospitals due to the ongoing strike and claimed the government was cooperating with doctors. She described the injuries sustained by the two junior doctors at NRS Medical College and Hospital as "unfortunate".

Five persons have been arrested in connection with the incident, Banerjee said, adding that an inquiry has also been ordered to look into complaint of negligence during treatment, resulting in the death of the patient.

"Cancer patients, kidney patients, accident victims, even children coming from distant places are suffering for not getting treatment," she said.

Banerjee also wrote to senior doctors of all medical colleges and hospitals in the state and requested them to continue taking care of patients.

The opposition parties slammed the CM for her alleged "threats" to agitating doctors and sought her immediate resignation as the health minister.

BJP leader Mukul Roy alleged Banerjee has become authoritarian and is behaving like "Hitler".

Accusing the TMC supremo of politicising the issue, CPI (M) central committee member Sujan Chakraborty said Banerjee does not seem interested in ending the impasse.

State Congress president Somen Mitra also criticised the chief minister and said the state government should take appropriate measure to ensure safety and security of doctors.

NRS Medical College and Hospital principal Saibal Mukherjee and medical Superintendent cum vice-principal Prof Saurabh Chattopadhyaya have resigned for "failing to overcome the crisis" at the medical institution.

Union Heath Minister Harsh Vardhan condemned the violence against doctors in Kolkata and urged patients and their attendants to exercise restraint. He said he will take up the matter of doctors' security with all chief ministers and asked the doctors to ensure that essential services to the people are not disrupted.

Healthcare services at private and government hospitals in the national capital are likely to be affected on Friday with scores of doctors deciding to boycott work for a day.

Several resident doctors at the AIIMS, Delhi worked with bandages on their heads as a symbolic protest.&nbsp;

Striking junior doctors across West Bengal on Thursday refused to end their stir till they are provided adequate security in government hospitals and defied a deadline set by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who alleged that opposition BJP and CPI(M) were instigating the protesters as part of a "conspiracy" and giving communal colour to the issue.

Striking junior doctors across West Bengal on Thursday refused to end their stir till they are provided adequate security in government hospitals and defied a deadline set by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who alleged that opposition BJP and CPI(M) were instigating the protesters as part of a "conspiracy" and giving communal colour to the issue. Services have been affected over the past three days in emergency wards, outpatient facilities and pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a large number of private medical facilities in the state due to the strike by the doctors who are protesting after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS Medical College and Hospital here by a mob following the death of a patient. The India Medical Association has declared "All India Protest Day" on Friday against the incident and expressed solidarity with the striking doctors. The opposition attacked Banerjee over the impasse, with the BJP accusing her of acting as "Hitler". There was high drama as the chief minister reached the state-run SSKM hospital here at around noon amid slogans of "we want justice" by the doctors. "I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, said and directed the police to clear the premises and only allow patients to stay. Stating that patients were suffering, she gave the doctors a four-hour deadline to rejoin service, but later revised it to 2 pm. Warning of strict action against those who do not resume work, she said they will have to vacate hostels. Despite Banerjee's ultimatum, the agitating doctors continued their stir. A joint platform of doctors met Governor K N Tripathi, who appealed them to resume duties. "We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. Our demands are simple... Proper security with armed policemen at all hospitals, arrest of culprits involved in the NRS attack on Saturday under non-bailable sections. "We did not expect the chief minister to say what she did," a member of the delegation said. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief, however alleged that outsiders had entered medical colleges and hospitals to create disturbance and that she was "abused" by the doctors at the hospital. "The BJP, with help from the CPI(M), is indulging in Hindu-Muslim politics. I am shocked to see their love affair," Banerjee said and alleged "BJP chief Amit Shah is encouraging his party cadre to create communal tension and run a propaganda on Facebook." The TMC and the BJP are locked in a bitter turf war in West Bengal, which has been rocked by post-poll violence, with Banerjee accusing the saffron party of trying to foment trouble in the state to topple her government. The BJP has claimed that Banerjee is targeting it as she is rattled by its major gains in Lok Sabha elections. In a Facebook post, the chief minister highlighted the plight of patients in hospitals due to the ongoing strike and claimed the government was cooperating with doctors. She described the injuries sustained by the two junior doctors at NRS Medical College and Hospital as "unfortunate". Five persons have been arrested in connection with the incident, Banerjee said, adding that an inquiry has also been ordered to look into complaint of negligence during treatment, resulting in the death of the patient. "Cancer patients, kidney patients, accident victims, even children coming from distant places are suffering for not getting treatment," she said. Banerjee also wrote to senior doctors of all medical colleges and hospitals in the state and requested them to continue taking care of patients. The opposition parties slammed the CM for her alleged "threats" to agitating doctors and sought her immediate resignation as the health minister. BJP leader Mukul Roy alleged Banerjee has become authoritarian and is behaving like "Hitler". Accusing the TMC supremo of politicising the issue, CPI (M) central committee member Sujan Chakraborty said Banerjee does not seem interested in ending the impasse. State Congress president Somen Mitra also criticised the chief minister and said the state government should take appropriate measure to ensure safety and security of doctors. NRS Medical College and Hospital principal Saibal Mukherjee and medical Superintendent cum vice-principal Prof Saurabh Chattopadhyaya have resigned for "failing to overcome the crisis" at the medical institution. Union Heath Minister Harsh Vardhan condemned the violence against doctors in Kolkata and urged patients and their attendants to exercise restraint. He said he will take up the matter of doctors' security with all chief ministers and asked the doctors to ensure that essential services to the people are not disrupted. Healthcare services at private and government hospitals in the national capital are likely to be affected on Friday with scores of doctors deciding to boycott work for a day. Several resident doctors at the AIIMS, Delhi worked with bandages on their heads as a symbolic protest.

West Bengal: Striking doctors defy Mamata Banerjee's deadline to resume work, she accuses BJP of giving protests 'communal colour'

West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi on Friday said that he has been trying to contact Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee but has received no response from her. 
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"I have tried to contact the CM, I have called her, till this moment there is no response from her, if she calls on me then we will discuss the matter. I have called her, let her come," Tripathi told media today.&nbsp;

This comes when Union Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan also urged Banerjee to personally intervene to end the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/apology-from-mamata-banerjee-among-6-demands-put-forth-by-agitating-west-bengal-doctors-227140">ongoing impasse</a>.&nbsp;

Hundreds of doctors in the state have resigned with members of medical fraternity across the nation protesting the incident wherein two medical professionals at Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital were&nbsp;allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient on Tuesday. The patient had died on June 10.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-medical-association-declares-all-india-protest-for-the-state-branches-227125">The Indian Medical Association (IMA)</a> has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata.

"The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release.

The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country.

Meanwhile, Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest.&nbsp;

Calcutta High Court has given 7 days to West Bengal government to respond while hearing a PIL on doctors' strike in the state.&nbsp;

The Court asked the state about steps taken by the government to end the impasse, adding that the state administration will have to put an end to the unrest and find a solution.

West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi on Friday said that he has been trying to contact Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee but has received no response from her.

West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi on Friday said that he has been trying to contact Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee but has received no response from her. "I have tried to contact the CM, I have called her, till this moment there is no response from her, if she calls on me then we will discuss the matter. I have called her, let her come," Tripathi told media today. This comes when Union Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan also urged Banerjee to personally intervene to end the ongoing impasse. Hundreds of doctors in the state have resigned with members of medical fraternity across the nation protesting the incident wherein two medical professionals at Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital were allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient on Tuesday. The patient had died on June 10. West Bengal Governor, Keshari Nath Tripathi: I have tried to contact the CM, I have called her, till this moment there is no response from her, if she calls on me then we will discuss the matter. I have called her, let her come. #DoctorStrike pic.twitter.com/3xvKoY6yZP — ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2019 × The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata. "The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release. The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country. Meanwhile, Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest. Calcutta High Court has given 7 days to West Bengal government to respond while hearing a PIL on doctors' strike in the state. The Court asked the state about steps taken by the government to end the impasse, adding that the state administration will have to put an end to the unrest and find a solution.

As hundreds of doctors resign, West Bengal Governor says 'no response' from Mamata Banerjee

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-medical-association-declares-all-india-protest-for-the-state-branches-227125">Protesting doctors in West Bengal</a> on Friday set six conditions to call an end to the impasse. One of the primary demands, besides security to doctors and the implementation of Protection Act, is an unconditional apology from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;

"We want unconditional apology of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the manner in which she had addressed us at the SSKM Hospital yesterday. She should not have said what she had," a spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors, Dr Arindam Dutta, said.

Listing the six conditions, the agitators said the chief minister will have to visit the injured doctors at the hospital and her office should release a statement condemning the attack on them, news agency PTI reported.

"We also want the immediate intervention of the chief minister. Documentary evidence of judicial enquiry against the inactivity of the police to provide protection to the doctors at the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital on Monday night should also be provided," he said.

"We demand documentary evidence and details of action taken against those who had attacked us," Dutta said.

They also demanded unconditional withdrawal of all "false cases and charges" which were imposed on junior doctors and medical students across West Bengal in the wake of their strike.

They also stressed on their demand for improvement of infrastructure in all health facilities as well as posting of armed police personnel there.

This comes when the state-wide unrest spilt over to other states, taking shape of a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/telangana-doctors-join-nationwide-protest-demand-justice-implementation-of-protection-act-227109">nationwide protest by the medical fraternity</a>.&nbsp;

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata.

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"The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release.

The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country.

Meanwhile, Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/calcutta-high-court-refuses-to-pass-interim-order-on-doctors-strike-227100">Calcutta High Court</a> has given 7 days to West Bengal government to respond while hearing a PIL on doctors' strike in the state.&nbsp;

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The Court asked the state about steps taken by the government to end the impasse, adding that the state administration will have to put an end to the unrest and find a solution.

Mass resignations began on Thursday evening as 18 doctors from Sagar Dutta Medical College and Hospital sent their resignation to the state health department. The hospital where the doctor was assaulted saw the resignation of principal, superintendent and five other doctors from the forensic medicine department.&nbsp;

On Friday, as many as&nbsp;119 doctors of North Bengal Medical College &amp; Hospital in Darjeeling resigned over violence against doctors in the state. News agency PTI reported over 100 doctors of various state-run hospitals in West Bengal have resigned.&nbsp;

Protesting doctors in West Bengal on Friday set six conditions to call an end to the impasse. One of the primary demands, besides security to doctors and the implementation of Protection Act, is an unconditional apology from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, news agency PTI reported.

Protesting doctors in West Bengal on Friday set six conditions to call an end to the impasse. One of the primary demands, besides security to doctors and the implementation of Protection Act, is an unconditional apology from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, news agency PTI reported. "We want unconditional apology of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the manner in which she had addressed us at the SSKM Hospital yesterday. She should not have said what she had," a spokesperson of the joint forum of junior doctors, Dr Arindam Dutta, said. Listing the six conditions, the agitators said the chief minister will have to visit the injured doctors at the hospital and her office should release a statement condemning the attack on them, news agency PTI reported. "We also want the immediate intervention of the chief minister. Documentary evidence of judicial enquiry against the inactivity of the police to provide protection to the doctors at the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital on Monday night should also be provided," he said. "We demand documentary evidence and details of action taken against those who had attacked us," Dutta said. They also demanded unconditional withdrawal of all "false cases and charges" which were imposed on junior doctors and medical students across West Bengal in the wake of their strike. They also stressed on their demand for improvement of infrastructure in all health facilities as well as posting of armed police personnel there. This comes when the state-wide unrest spilt over to other states, taking shape of a nationwide protest by the medical fraternity. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata. Watch: Chaos in West Bengal "The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release. The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country. Meanwhile, Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest. Calcutta High Court has given 7 days to West Bengal government to respond while hearing a PIL on doctors' strike in the state. #UPDATE West Bengal: Total 119 doctors of North Bengal Medical College & Hospital, Darjeeling, have resigned over violence against doctors in the state. https://t.co/sW8gc0AWr2 — ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2019 × The Court asked the state about steps taken by the government to end the impasse, adding that the state administration will have to put an end to the unrest and find a solution. Mass resignations began on Thursday evening as 18 doctors from Sagar Dutta Medical College and Hospital sent their resignation to the state health department. The hospital where the doctor was assaulted saw the resignation of principal, superintendent and five other doctors from the forensic medicine department. On Friday, as many as 119 doctors of North Bengal Medical College & Hospital in Darjeeling resigned over violence against doctors in the state. News agency PTI reported over 100 doctors of various state-run hospitals in West Bengal have resigned.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/apology-from-mamata-banerjee-among-6-demands-put-forth-by-agitating-west-bengal-doctors-227140">West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee</a> Friday insisted that those living in West Bengal will have to learn to speak in Bengali as she accused the BJP of targeting Bengalis and minorities to replicate the "Gujarat model" to capture power in the state.

She said she would never allow the BJP to turn West Bengal into Gujarat, the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president Amit Shah, and asserted that "we will never allow Bengalis to become homeless in Bengal".

Banerjee, a vocal critic of the prime minister, said, "We have to bring Bangla (language) forward. When we go to Delhi we speak in Hindi, when we go to Punjab we have to speak in Punjabi. I do it. When I go to Tamil Nadu, I don't know the Tamil language, but I know a few words. So in the same way if you are coming to Bengal you have to speak in Bengali...We would not allow that people will come from outside and beat up Bengalis."

The Trinamool Congress supremo was addressing a rally in Kanchrapara in North 24 Parganas district. The area is the home turf of BJP leader Mukul Roy, a friend-turned-foe of the TMC president.

Roy's son Subhrangshu is the MLA from the Bijpur constituency and has recently switched over to the BJP from the TMC.

"In Naihati, Kakinara, Barrackpore, houses of Bengalis have been ransacked. We will not tolerate this. Our party cadres didn't ransack houses of non-Bengalis here. We are against this sort of violence," she said.

"Just because they have won a few seats by programming EVMs doesn't mean that you can beat up Bengalis and minorities in the state. We will not tolerate this. The police will take action against the hooligans. If someone is living in Bengal he or she has to speak in Bengali," Banerjee said.

In the fiercely fought Lok Sabha election, the BJP won 18 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal, only four less than the TMC's 22.&nbsp;

Alleging that the BJP manipulated electronic voting machines (EVMs), the chief minister called for a return to ballot papers.&nbsp;

Referring to the "attack on north Indians especially natives of Bihar in Maharashtra a few years back", she said the people of Bengal believe in the coexistence of all communities, religion, caste and creed.

"I have nothing against non-Bengalis living in Bengal. But BJP is trying to create a Bengali and non-Bengali divide. I would urge them not to test our patience. We will never allow Bengalis to become homeless in Bengal," Banerjee said.

Alleging that BJP is trying to turn Bengal into Gujarat, Banerjee said just like BJP conducted riots in the western state to retain power, it is trying to use the same technique in Bengal.

"We have nothing against Gujarat or residents of that state. We are against the politics of riots that BJP had followed in that state and is trying to replicate here. As long as I am there I would never allow them to turn Bengal into Gujarat," she said.

Speaking on the issue of doctors' strike, Banerjee reiterated her statement that some outsiders were involved in instigating the doctors and were behind the protest.

Banerjee said she had seen some outsiders inside the SSKM Hospital premises raising slogans against the government.

"I had rightly said yesterday that there were outsiders involved in yesterday's incident. I had seen some outsiders who were raising slogans there," Banerjee said referring to her visit to SSKM Hospital Thursday in a bid to end the strike by doctors.

Banerjee had set a 2 pm-deadline to the striking doctors to resume work Thursday, which they defied and continued with the stir.

In an apparent dig at noted film-maker Aparna Sen's visit to a hospital and criticism of her "outsider comment", Banerjee, without naming anyone, said unlike a few "pseudo-intellectuals" she doesn't make any comment without cross-checking facts.

Before ending her speech, Banerjee reiterated her slogans of "Jai Bangla" and "Jai Hind" to counter the BJP's slogan of "Jai Shri Ram".

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday insisted that those living in West Bengal will have to learn to speak in Bengali as she accused the BJP of targeting Bengalis and minorities to replicate the "Gujarat model" to capture power in the state.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday insisted that those living in West Bengal will have to learn to speak in Bengali as she accused the BJP of targeting Bengalis and minorities to replicate the "Gujarat model" to capture power in the state. She said she would never allow the BJP to turn West Bengal into Gujarat, the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president Amit Shah, and asserted that "we will never allow Bengalis to become homeless in Bengal". Banerjee, a vocal critic of the prime minister, said, "We have to bring Bangla (language) forward. When we go to Delhi we speak in Hindi, when we go to Punjab we have to speak in Punjabi. I do it. When I go to Tamil Nadu, I don't know the Tamil language, but I know a few words. So in the same way if you are coming to Bengal you have to speak in Bengali...We would not allow that people will come from outside and beat up Bengalis." The Trinamool Congress supremo was addressing a rally in Kanchrapara in North 24 Parganas district. The area is the home turf of BJP leader Mukul Roy, a friend-turned-foe of the TMC president. Roy's son Subhrangshu is the MLA from the Bijpur constituency and has recently switched over to the BJP from the TMC. "In Naihati, Kakinara, Barrackpore, houses of Bengalis have been ransacked. We will not tolerate this. Our party cadres didn't ransack houses of non-Bengalis here. We are against this sort of violence," she said. "Just because they have won a few seats by programming EVMs doesn't mean that you can beat up Bengalis and minorities in the state. We will not tolerate this. The police will take action against the hooligans. If someone is living in Bengal he or she has to speak in Bengali," Banerjee said. In the fiercely fought Lok Sabha election, the BJP won 18 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal, only four less than the TMC's 22. Alleging that the BJP manipulated electronic voting machines (EVMs), the chief minister called for a return to ballot papers. Referring to the "attack on north Indians especially natives of Bihar in Maharashtra a few years back", she said the people of Bengal believe in the coexistence of all communities, religion, caste and creed. "I have nothing against non-Bengalis living in Bengal. But BJP is trying to create a Bengali and non-Bengali divide. I would urge them not to test our patience. We will never allow Bengalis to become homeless in Bengal," Banerjee said. Alleging that BJP is trying to turn Bengal into Gujarat, Banerjee said just like BJP conducted riots in the western state to retain power, it is trying to use the same technique in Bengal. "We have nothing against Gujarat or residents of that state. We are against the politics of riots that BJP had followed in that state and is trying to replicate here. As long as I am there I would never allow them to turn Bengal into Gujarat," she said. Speaking on the issue of doctors' strike, Banerjee reiterated her statement that some outsiders were involved in instigating the doctors and were behind the protest. Banerjee said she had seen some outsiders inside the SSKM Hospital premises raising slogans against the government. "I had rightly said yesterday that there were outsiders involved in yesterday's incident. I had seen some outsiders who were raising slogans there," Banerjee said referring to her visit to SSKM Hospital Thursday in a bid to end the strike by doctors. Banerjee had set a 2 pm-deadline to the striking doctors to resume work Thursday, which they defied and continued with the stir. In an apparent dig at noted film-maker Aparna Sen's visit to a hospital and criticism of her "outsider comment", Banerjee, without naming anyone, said unlike a few "pseudo-intellectuals" she doesn't make any comment without cross-checking facts. Before ending her speech, Banerjee reiterated her slogans of "Jai Bangla" and "Jai Hind" to counter the BJP's slogan of "Jai Shri Ram".

Those living in Bengal will have to learn to speak in Bengali: Mamata Banerjee

The Calcutta High Court on Friday refused to pass any interim order on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-doctors-strike-spreads-to-other-states-hospital-operations-hit-227037">strike by junior doctors</a> at state-run hospitals in protest against the attack on two of their colleagues by family members of a patient.

A division bench comprising Chief Justice TBN Radhakrishnan and Justice Suvra Ghosh asked the state government to persuade the striking doctors to resume work and provide usual services to patients.

The court also directed the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government to apprise it of the steps taken following the attack on the junior doctors at a city hospital on Monday night.

The Chief Justice, during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), reminded the striking doctors of the 'Hippocratic Oath' they take to ensure the welfare of all patients. The bench fixed June 21 for further hearing of the petition.

Junior doctors across all state-run hospitals in West Bengal have called for a strike, demanding adequate security in medical colleges and hospitals, after two of their colleagues were brutally beaten up at NRS Medical College and Hospital in the city.

Emergency wards, outdoor facilities, pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a number of private medical facilities in the state have remained closed over the past three days in the wake of the protest.&nbsp;

The Calcutta High Court on Friday refused to pass any interim order on the strike by junior doctors at state-run hospitals in protest against the attack on two of their colleagues by family members of a patient.

The Calcutta High Court on Friday refused to pass any interim order on the strike by junior doctors at state-run hospitals in protest against the attack on two of their colleagues by family members of a patient. A division bench comprising Chief Justice TBN Radhakrishnan and Justice Suvra Ghosh asked the state government to persuade the striking doctors to resume work and provide usual services to patients. The court also directed the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government to apprise it of the steps taken following the attack on the junior doctors at a city hospital on Monday night. The Chief Justice, during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), reminded the striking doctors of the 'Hippocratic Oath' they take to ensure the welfare of all patients. The bench fixed June 21 for further hearing of the petition. Junior doctors across all state-run hospitals in West Bengal have called for a strike, demanding adequate security in medical colleges and hospitals, after two of their colleagues were brutally beaten up at NRS Medical College and Hospital in the city. Emergency wards, outdoor facilities, pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a number of private medical facilities in the state have remained closed over the past three days in the wake of the protest.

Calcutta High Court refuses to pass interim order on doctors' strike

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/calcutta-high-court-refuses-to-pass-interim-order-on-doctors-strike-227100">violence against doctors in Kolkata</a>.

"The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release.

The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest.&nbsp;

Doctors have been on a protest from Tuesday in West Bengal after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital was allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient who died on June 10.&nbsp;

Watch: Chaos in West Bengal

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Meanwhile,&nbsp;Doctors from various medical institutions in Telangana joined the nationwide protest demanding justice and protection to them in the wake of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/calcutta-high-court-refuses-to-pass-interim-order-on-doctors-strike-227100">recent assault on doctors in Kolkata</a>.

Doctors in Kolkata have been on strike after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured over an issue of alleged negligence at the NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday.

Doctors of NIMS Hyderabad also gathered on the road in sympathy with the striking doctors of Kolkata.

Speaking to ANI, a doctor said,&nbsp;"We demand justice for what has happened with the junior doctors in West Bengal. If doctors are not safe then how come patients will be safe. All we need is safety for the saviours."

Talking about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's ultimatum to the doctors to stop the protest, the doctor added, "This is not a political issue. It is not about politics but about the safety of the doctors. Sitting on such a position she is not supposed to give such statements."

The doctors have demanded the implementation of the Central Protection Act for them all across the country.

 
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The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata. "The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states.

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared an All India Protest Day Friday in the wake of violence against doctors in Kolkata. "The past few days have seen violence on doctors and hospitals in many states. The gruesome incident in NRS Medical College, Kolkata is of barbaric nature. Dr Paribaha Mukharjee, who was brutally attacked, is critical and fighting for his life. IMA condemns the violence perpetrated on a young doctor. Entire medical fraternity expresses our solidarity with the Residents who are on strike", the IMA said in a press release. The IMA has released a set of 10 directives to coordinate action in all the local branches under their jurisdiction in connection with the planned protest. Among them are members directed to wear the black badges and give a memorandum to district authorities across the country. Meanwhile, Delhi Medical Association, today, also called for a 'total medical bandh to protest. Doctors have been on a protest from Tuesday in West Bengal after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital was allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient who died on June 10. Watch: Chaos in West Bengal Meanwhile, Doctors from various medical institutions in Telangana joined the nationwide protest demanding justice and protection to them in the wake of the recent assault on doctors in Kolkata. Doctors in Kolkata have been on strike after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured over an issue of alleged negligence at the NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday. Doctors of NIMS Hyderabad also gathered on the road in sympathy with the striking doctors of Kolkata. Speaking to ANI, a doctor said, "We demand justice for what has happened with the junior doctors in West Bengal. If doctors are not safe then how come patients will be safe. All we need is safety for the saviours." Talking about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's ultimatum to the doctors to stop the protest, the doctor added, "This is not a political issue. It is not about politics but about the safety of the doctors. Sitting on such a position she is not supposed to give such statements." The doctors have demanded the implementation of the Central Protection Act for them all across the country.

Indian Medical Association declares all-India protest for state branches

The Indian Medical Association has declared "All India Protest Day" on Friday against the incident and expressed solidarity with the striking doctors. Watch this video to know more.

West Bengal doctors' protest fans out

Doctors from various medical institutions in Telangana joined the nationwide protest demanding justice and protection to them in the wake of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/calcutta-high-court-refuses-to-pass-interim-order-on-doctors-strike-227100">recent assault on doctors in Kolkata</a>.

Doctors in Kolkata have been on strike after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured over an issue of alleged negligence at the NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday.

Doctors of NIMS Hyderabad also gathered on the road in sympathy with the striking doctors of Kolkata.

Speaking to ANI, a doctor said,&nbsp;"We demand justice for what has happened with the junior doctors in West Bengal. If doctors are not safe then how come patients will be safe. All we need is safety for the saviours."

Talking about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's ultimatum to the doctors to stop the protest, the doctor added, "This is not a political issue. It is not about politics but about the safety of the doctors. Sitting on such a position she is not supposed to give such statements."

The doctors have demanded the implementation of the Central Protection Act for them all across the country.

Watch: Chaos in West Bengal

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Protests were carried out by Osmania Medical College students and staff also. Also, doctors from Gandhi Hospital staged a protest condemning the attack on the junior doctors in West Bengal.

Dr Mariam said, "It's very difficult for us to discharge our duty all day. There is no security for us. Each patient is accompanied by at least 5 to 10 people, sometimes they are drunk and even misbehave with us. The public must understand that the patient gets referred here (government hospital) only when no other private hospital is ready to accept the patient, that means the patient is in a very critical stage.

"They think that even an 85-year-old person is not supposed to die. Once the patient dies, all the relatives enter and beat us up and leave and then the police enter the play. I would request the people to understand the fact that we being doctors are trying our best to save their lives."

Dr&nbsp;Nidha Fatima said, "I request families and attendants of patients to understand that human beings are destined to die, no matter what your age is. So learn to accept the death with dignity. Respect the person who lost his life. But attacking or hitting the person who tried to save the life of your loved ones just because they could not save your loved ones is completely defeating the purpose. So people please educate yourself."

The public has also come out in support of the doctors. "It is really sad that the doctors are getting beaten even after offering their service to the public. Sometimes mistakes happen and that does not mean that they should be beaten. If the patient or his relatives feel that something has gone wrong, then they should approach the police and go ahead as per the law. Hitting the doctors does not make any good to the society," a local&nbsp;

Doctors from various medical institutions in Telangana joined the nationwide protest demanding justice and protection to them in the wake of the recent assault on doctors in Kolkata.

Doctors from various medical institutions in Telangana joined the nationwide protest demanding justice and protection to them in the wake of the recent assault on doctors in Kolkata. Doctors in Kolkata have been on strike after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured over an issue of alleged negligence at the NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday. Doctors of NIMS Hyderabad also gathered on the road in sympathy with the striking doctors of Kolkata. Speaking to ANI, a doctor said, "We demand justice for what has happened with the junior doctors in West Bengal. If doctors are not safe then how come patients will be safe. All we need is safety for the saviours." Talking about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's ultimatum to the doctors to stop the protest, the doctor added, "This is not a political issue. It is not about politics but about the safety of the doctors. Sitting on such a position she is not supposed to give such statements." The doctors have demanded the implementation of the Central Protection Act for them all across the country. Watch: Chaos in West Bengal Protests were carried out by Osmania Medical College students and staff also. Also, doctors from Gandhi Hospital staged a protest condemning the attack on the junior doctors in West Bengal. Dr Mariam said, "It's very difficult for us to discharge our duty all day. There is no security for us. Each patient is accompanied by at least 5 to 10 people, sometimes they are drunk and even misbehave with us. The public must understand that the patient gets referred here (government hospital) only when no other private hospital is ready to accept the patient, that means the patient is in a very critical stage. "They think that even an 85-year-old person is not supposed to die. Once the patient dies, all the relatives enter and beat us up and leave and then the police enter the play. I would request the people to understand the fact that we being doctors are trying our best to save their lives." Dr Nidha Fatima said, "I request families and attendants of patients to understand that human beings are destined to die, no matter what your age is. So learn to accept the death with dignity. Respect the person who lost his life. But attacking or hitting the person who tried to save the life of your loved ones just because they could not save your loved ones is completely defeating the purpose. So people please educate yourself." The public has also come out in support of the doctors. "It is really sad that the doctors are getting beaten even after offering their service to the public. Sometimes mistakes happen and that does not mean that they should be beaten. If the patient or his relatives feel that something has gone wrong, then they should approach the police and go ahead as per the law. Hitting the doctors does not make any good to the society," a local

Telangana doctors join nationwide protest; demand justice, implementation of Protection Act

West Bengal doctors who have been <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-fails-to-end-impasse-at-government-hospitals-mass-resignations-begin-226948">agitating since Tuesday</a> demanding better security at workplace&nbsp;after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata were joined by a series of doctors from across the country today.

Exhibiting solidarity to their community, doctors from Hyderabad, Nagpur, Delhi, Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Jaipur&nbsp;staged protests on Friday.

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Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) and Resident Doctors Association (RDA) of AIIMS from Delhi observed strike in support of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-doctors-on-strike-defy-mamatas-deadline-to-continue-stir-till-demands-are-met-226856"> West Bengal's doctor</a>.

An official statement released by the MARD said, "We are shutting down our OPD, ward and academic services from 8 am to 5 pm today. Emergency services will not be hampered."

Holding posters, 'Save the Saviour' and 'Stand with NRSMCH', doctors from Nagpur also protested against the violence in West Bengal.

Resident Doctors at Raipur's Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital in Chhattisgarh raised slogans of 'We Want Justice' during their protest over violence.&nbsp;

Marking protest over the violence, doctors from Jaipur hospital carried out their duties wearing black bands in their hands.
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Members of Indian Medical Association, Trivandrum in Kerala also joined the protest against doctors in West Bengal.

Meanwhile, Kolkata Students of NRS Medical College and Hospital are on a sit on a protest over the violence against doctors in the state.
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The doctors in West Bengal have been protesting since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata.

Services have been affected over the past three days in emergency wards, outpatient facilities and pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a large number of private medical facilities in the state due to the strike.
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Meanwhile, the&nbsp;India Medical Association has also declared "All India Protest Day" on Friday against the incident and expressed solidarity with the striking doctors.

West Bengal doctors who have been agitating since Tuesday demanding better security at workplace after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata were joined by a series of doctors from across the country today.

West Bengal doctors who have been agitating since Tuesday demanding better security at workplace after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata were joined by a series of doctors from across the country today. Exhibiting solidarity to their community, doctors from Hyderabad, Nagpur, Delhi, Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Jaipur staged protests on Friday. Also read: In setback to Mamata Banerjee, her nephew seen leading protest against West Bengal government Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) and Resident Doctors Association (RDA) of AIIMS from Delhi observed strike in support of the West Bengal's doctor. An official statement released by the MARD said, "We are shutting down our OPD, ward and academic services from 8 am to 5 pm today. Emergency services will not be hampered." Holding posters, 'Save the Saviour' and 'Stand with NRSMCH', doctors from Nagpur also protested against the violence in West Bengal. Resident Doctors at Raipur's Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital in Chhattisgarh raised slogans of 'We Want Justice' during their protest over violence. Marking protest over the violence, doctors from Jaipur hospital carried out their duties wearing black bands in their hands. Members of Indian Medical Association, Trivandrum in Kerala also joined the protest against doctors in West Bengal. Meanwhile, Kolkata Students of NRS Medical College and Hospital are on a sit on a protest over the violence against doctors in the state. The doctors in West Bengal have been protesting since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata. Services have been affected over the past three days in emergency wards, outpatient facilities and pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a large number of private medical facilities in the state due to the strike. Meanwhile, the India Medical Association has also declared "All India Protest Day" on Friday against the incident and expressed solidarity with the striking doctors.

West Bengal doctors' strike spreads to other states; hospital operations hit

Amid the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-doctors-strike-spreads-to-other-states-hospital-operations-hit-227037">nationwide protest by the doctors</a>, the&nbsp;Resident Doctors Association of AIIMS on Friday met with the Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan in Delhi over the violence against doctors in West Bengal.

Expressing concern over the issue Harsh Vardhan said that he would try to resolve the matter and&nbsp;discuss the issue with West Bengal chief minister&nbsp;Mamata Banerjee.

"I appeal with folded hands to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to not make this an issue of prestige. Despite getting beaten so badly, doctors only asked her to provide them adequate security and take action against all those behind this as per the law. But, she didn`t do this and gave an ultimatum to the doctors after which doctors of West Bengal and across the country got angry and went on strike. If the Chief Minister changes her attitude, then patients will not suffer across India."

"Today, I will write a letter to Mamata Banerjee. I will also try to talk to her,"&nbsp;he added.

Harsh Vardhan&nbsp;further assured safety to all the doctors working and requested them to continue with their duties.

"I'd like to assure all doctors that Govt is committed towards their safety. I appeal to doctors to hold symbolic protests only and continue to carry out their duties, " he said.

A nationwide protest erupted in the country on Friday in support of the West Bengal doctors who have have been agitating demanding better security at the workplace.

West Bengal doctors' protest began after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata.

Exhibiting solidarity to their community, doctors from Hyderabad, Nagpur, Delhi, Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Jaipur&nbsp;staged protests on Friday.

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Amid the nationwide protest by the doctors, the Resident Doctors Association of AIIMS on Friday met with the Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan in Delhi over the violence against doctors in West Bengal.

Amid the nationwide protest by the doctors, the Resident Doctors Association of AIIMS on Friday met with the Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan in Delhi over the violence against doctors in West Bengal. Expressing concern over the issue Harsh Vardhan said that he would try to resolve the matter and discuss the issue with West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee. "I appeal with folded hands to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to not make this an issue of prestige. Despite getting beaten so badly, doctors only asked her to provide them adequate security and take action against all those behind this as per the law. But, she didn`t do this and gave an ultimatum to the doctors after which doctors of West Bengal and across the country got angry and went on strike. If the Chief Minister changes her attitude, then patients will not suffer across India." "Today, I will write a letter to Mamata Banerjee. I will also try to talk to her," he added. Harsh Vardhan further assured safety to all the doctors working and requested them to continue with their duties. "I'd like to assure all doctors that Govt is committed towards their safety. I appeal to doctors to hold symbolic protests only and continue to carry out their duties, " he said. A nationwide protest erupted in the country on Friday in support of the West Bengal doctors who have have been agitating demanding better security at the workplace. West Bengal doctors' protest began after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata. Exhibiting solidarity to their community, doctors from Hyderabad, Nagpur, Delhi, Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Jaipur staged protests on Friday.

Appeal to Mamata Banerjee to not make this a prestige issue: Harsh Vardhan on doctors' protest

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-doctors-on-strike-defy-mamatas-deadline-to-continue-stir-till-demands-are-met-226856">West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee</a> intervened four days after the junior doctors at Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital began their agitation after a doctor was brutally beaten up by a patient’s family on Sunday. However, she failed to end the impasse and the junior doctors refused to return to work.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-setback-to-mamata-banerjee-her-nephew-seen-leading-protest-against-west-bengal-government-226937">Banerjee</a> reached SSKM hospital in South Kolkata on Thursday morning and issued an ultimatum for doctors to join work by 2 pm. “The doctors must get back to work by 2 pm as the protests have affected services at government hospitals across the state. Those doctors who don’t return to work must leave the hostel. Agitating doctors are outsiders. The government will not support them in any way. I condemn doctors who have gone on strike. Policemen die in the line of duty but the police don’t go on a strike,” Banerjee said.

“The state spends Rs 25 lakh on each doctor and then they shirk work. This won’t be tolerated. Are they doctors?” she added.&nbsp;

The chief minister launched a blistering attack on the BJP claiming that they were adding communal colours to this incident.&nbsp;

Slammed for not even visiting protesting doctors since the outrage over Monday’s assault on the junior doctor, the protesters raised slogans against the Banerjee on her arrival at the SSKM hospital.

On the other hand, junior doctors maintained their stand and continued the strike. &nbsp;The doctors demanded deployment of armed police officers on hospital premises to ensure their safety and security.&nbsp;

A delegation from the NRS hospital met the Governor of West Bengal Keshari Nath Tripathi and briefed him about the situation. “We told the Governor about the problems we are facing. We had expected that the chief minister would stand by us. She visited SSKM hospital but instead of standing by us, she termed us as ‘outsiders’. All that we demanded was the arrest of the accused persons and deployment of armed police officers. The way our colleague was attacked was inhuman. His skull has been injured seriously,” said the delegation from the NRS hospital.&nbsp;

Mass resignations began on Thursday evening as 18 doctors from Sagar Dutta Medical College and Hospital sent their resignation to the state health department. The hospital where the doctor was assaulted saw the resignation of principal, superintendent and five other doctors from the forensic medicine department.&nbsp;

The superintendent of North Bengal Medical College and Hospital wrote to the state health department that the entire staff of the hospital went for a complete shut down following the chief minister’s statements. The superintendent further added that it was difficult to run the hospital beyond 24 hours without adequate manpower and security.&nbsp;

On Monday, a clash broke out at NRS Medical College and Hospital after an elderly patient died. Relatives of the deceased claimed medical negligence and beat up two junior doctors. One of the junior doctors, Paribaha Mukhopadhyay suffered serious injuries on his skull and is presently undergoing treatment at a city hospital. Since Monday night, junior doctors are on a strike and demanding safety from the government and police.&nbsp;

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee intervened four days after the junior doctors at Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital began their agitation after a doctor was brutally beaten up by a patient’s family on Sunday.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee intervened four days after the junior doctors at Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital began their agitation after a doctor was brutally beaten up by a patient’s family on Sunday. However, she failed to end the impasse and the junior doctors refused to return to work. Banerjee reached SSKM hospital in South Kolkata on Thursday morning and issued an ultimatum for doctors to join work by 2 pm. “The doctors must get back to work by 2 pm as the protests have affected services at government hospitals across the state. Those doctors who don’t return to work must leave the hostel. Agitating doctors are outsiders. The government will not support them in any way. I condemn doctors who have gone on strike. Policemen die in the line of duty but the police don’t go on a strike,” Banerjee said. “The state spends Rs 25 lakh on each doctor and then they shirk work. This won’t be tolerated. Are they doctors?” she added. The chief minister launched a blistering attack on the BJP claiming that they were adding communal colours to this incident. Slammed for not even visiting protesting doctors since the outrage over Monday’s assault on the junior doctor, the protesters raised slogans against the Banerjee on her arrival at the SSKM hospital. On the other hand, junior doctors maintained their stand and continued the strike. The doctors demanded deployment of armed police officers on hospital premises to ensure their safety and security. A delegation from the NRS hospital met the Governor of West Bengal Keshari Nath Tripathi and briefed him about the situation. “We told the Governor about the problems we are facing. We had expected that the chief minister would stand by us. She visited SSKM hospital but instead of standing by us, she termed us as ‘outsiders’. All that we demanded was the arrest of the accused persons and deployment of armed police officers. The way our colleague was attacked was inhuman. His skull has been injured seriously,” said the delegation from the NRS hospital. Mass resignations began on Thursday evening as 18 doctors from Sagar Dutta Medical College and Hospital sent their resignation to the state health department. The hospital where the doctor was assaulted saw the resignation of principal, superintendent and five other doctors from the forensic medicine department. The superintendent of North Bengal Medical College and Hospital wrote to the state health department that the entire staff of the hospital went for a complete shut down following the chief minister’s statements. The superintendent further added that it was difficult to run the hospital beyond 24 hours without adequate manpower and security. On Monday, a clash broke out at NRS Medical College and Hospital after an elderly patient died. Relatives of the deceased claimed medical negligence and beat up two junior doctors. One of the junior doctors, Paribaha Mukhopadhyay suffered serious injuries on his skull and is presently undergoing treatment at a city hospital. Since Monday night, junior doctors are on a strike and demanding safety from the government and police.

Mamata Banerjee fails to end impasse at government hospitals; mass resignations begin

In a major setback to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-doctors-on-strike-defy-mamatas-deadline-to-continue-stir-till-demands-are-met-226856">West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee</a>, voices of dissent are growing from within the Trinamool Congress party and her own family.&nbsp;

On a day Banerjee refused to succumb under pressure created by the agitating junior doctors on strike across all government-run hospitals in the state, a video has surfaced showing Banerjee’s nephew, Dr Abesh, leading a protest rally showing solidarity with the agitating junior doctors of the Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital (NRS).&nbsp;

Abesh, who is the son of Banerjee’s brother Kartick Banerjee, is a doctor with KPC Medical College and Hospital. Sources say Abesh led a protest rally on Wednesday from KPC hospital to NRS hospital.&nbsp;

This video comes at a time when the Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim’s daughter took to Facebook to register her protest against the government and police inaction. She took to Facebook and wrote, "For those who do not know doctors in the government and most private hospitals are boycotting OPDs but are still working in the emergency. &nbsp;For those saying, ‘Ono rugider ki dosh’ meaning what is the fault of the patients, please question the government as in why the police officers posted in government hospitals do little to nothing to protect doctors”.&nbsp;

“Please question why goons are still surrounding hospitals and beating up doctors? We have a right to peaceful protest. We have a right to safety at work,” she added. &nbsp; 
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In a major setback to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, voices of dissent are growing from within the Trinamool Congress party and her own family. On a day Banerjee refused to succumb under pressure created by the agitating junior doctors on strike across all government-run hospitals in the state, a video has surfaced showing Banerjee’s nephew, Dr Abesh, leading a protest rally showing solidarity with the agitating junior doctors of the Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital (NRS).

In a major setback to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, voices of dissent are growing from within the Trinamool Congress party and her own family. On a day Banerjee refused to succumb under pressure created by the agitating junior doctors on strike across all government-run hospitals in the state, a video has surfaced showing Banerjee’s nephew, Dr Abesh, leading a protest rally showing solidarity with the agitating junior doctors of the Nil Ratan Sarkar Medical College and Hospital (NRS). Abesh, who is the son of Banerjee’s brother Kartick Banerjee, is a doctor with KPC Medical College and Hospital. Sources say Abesh led a protest rally on Wednesday from KPC hospital to NRS hospital. This video comes at a time when the Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim’s daughter took to Facebook to register her protest against the government and police inaction. She took to Facebook and wrote, "For those who do not know doctors in the government and most private hospitals are boycotting OPDs but are still working in the emergency. For those saying, ‘Ono rugider ki dosh’ meaning what is the fault of the patients, please question the government as in why the police officers posted in government hospitals do little to nothing to protect doctors”. “Please question why goons are still surrounding hospitals and beating up doctors? We have a right to peaceful protest. We have a right to safety at work,” she added.

In setback to Mamata Banerjee, her nephew seen leading protest against West Bengal government

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-asks-junior-doctors-to-resume-work-blames-bjp-cpim-for-strike-226818">Junior doctors on strike in West Bengal</a> on Thursday defied Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's 2 pm-deadline to join work and said the agitation will continue till their demands related to security in government hospitals are met.

The doctors have been agitating since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata.

Banerjee, who visited the state-run SSKM hospital around noon in the wake of disruption of medical services in several parts of the state over the past three days, warned the doctors of action if they do not resume work.

A team of doctors met Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi at Raj Bhavan over the issue and said the chief minister's reaction to their protest was unexpected.

"We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. We have spoken to the Governor. He listened to us and hopefully will speak to the chief minister," one of the junior doctors told reporters outside the Raj Bhavan after meeting Tripathi.

The delegation reiterated the demands of the striking doctors.

"We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. Our demands are simple... Proper security with armed policemen at all hospitals, arrest of culprits involved in the NRS attack on Saturday under non-bailable sections".

"We did not expect the chief minister to say what she did. Listening to her, we felt like we were the culprits," another junior doctor said.&nbsp;

The team met the Governor after Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, came down heavily on the doctors for striking work.

"I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," she said.&nbsp;

Junior doctors on strike in West Bengal on Thursday defied Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's 2 pm-deadline to join work and said the agitation will continue till their demands related to security in government hospitals are met.

Junior doctors on strike in West Bengal on Thursday defied Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's 2 pm-deadline to join work and said the agitation will continue till their demands related to security in government hospitals are met. The doctors have been agitating since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata. Banerjee, who visited the state-run SSKM hospital around noon in the wake of disruption of medical services in several parts of the state over the past three days, warned the doctors of action if they do not resume work. A team of doctors met Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi at Raj Bhavan over the issue and said the chief minister's reaction to their protest was unexpected. "We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. We have spoken to the Governor. He listened to us and hopefully will speak to the chief minister," one of the junior doctors told reporters outside the Raj Bhavan after meeting Tripathi. The delegation reiterated the demands of the striking doctors. "We will continue with our agitation till our demands are fulfilled. Our demands are simple... Proper security with armed policemen at all hospitals, arrest of culprits involved in the NRS attack on Saturday under non-bailable sections". "We did not expect the chief minister to say what she did. Listening to her, we felt like we were the culprits," another junior doctor said. The team met the Governor after Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, came down heavily on the doctors for striking work. "I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," she said.

West Bengal: Doctors on strike defy Mamata's deadline, to continue stir till demands are met

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-clashes-erupt-between-bjp-workers-police-in-kolkata-226477">West Bengal</a> Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday asked the agitating junior doctors across the state to resume work by 2 pm and warned of action if the order was not followed.

Banerjee, who reached the state-run SSKM hospital around 12.10 pm in the wake of disruption of medical services in several parts of the state over the past three days, directed the police to clear the hospital premises, asserting that no one apart from patients should be allowed on the campus.

She had given the doctors a four-hour deadline to rejoin service but later revised it to 2 pm.

The chief minister claimed that the agitation was part of a conspiracy of her political rivals.

"I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, said.

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief alleged that outsiders had entered medical colleges and hospitals to create disturbances. She also accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of trying to give the strike a communal colour.

"The BJP, with help from the CPI(M), is indulging in Hindu-Muslim politics. I am shocked to see their love affair," Banerjee said. "BJP chief Amit Shah is encouraging his party cadre to create communal tension and run propaganda on Facebook."

Senior BJP leader Mukul Roy had alleged that members of a particular community had carried out the attack on doctors and that the perpetrators belonged to the TMC.

The doctors, who have been agitating since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata, raised "we want justice" slogans before the chief minister.

Despite the warning, the protesters were seen continuing with their agitation at the SSKM hospital.

Sources said a joint platform of doctors would be meeting the governor shortly to submit a deputation in connection with the ongoing agitation.

Emergency wards, outdoor facilities, pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a number of private medical facilities in the state have remained closed over the past two days in the wake of the protest.&nbsp;

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday asked the agitating junior doctors across the state to resume work by 2 pm and warned of action if the order was not followed.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday asked the agitating junior doctors across the state to resume work by 2 pm and warned of action if the order was not followed. Banerjee, who reached the state-run SSKM hospital around 12.10 pm in the wake of disruption of medical services in several parts of the state over the past three days, directed the police to clear the hospital premises, asserting that no one apart from patients should be allowed on the campus. She had given the doctors a four-hour deadline to rejoin service but later revised it to 2 pm. The chief minister claimed that the agitation was part of a conspiracy of her political rivals. "I condemn the agitation. The junior doctors' strike is a conspiracy by the CPI(M) and the BJP," Banerjee, who also holds the health and family welfare portfolio, said. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief alleged that outsiders had entered medical colleges and hospitals to create disturbances. She also accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of trying to give the strike a communal colour. "The BJP, with help from the CPI(M), is indulging in Hindu-Muslim politics. I am shocked to see their love affair," Banerjee said. "BJP chief Amit Shah is encouraging his party cadre to create communal tension and run propaganda on Facebook." Senior BJP leader Mukul Roy had alleged that members of a particular community had carried out the attack on doctors and that the perpetrators belonged to the TMC. The doctors, who have been agitating since Tuesday after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured at the NRS medical college and hospital in Kolkata, raised "we want justice" slogans before the chief minister. Despite the warning, the protesters were seen continuing with their agitation at the SSKM hospital. Sources said a joint platform of doctors would be meeting the governor shortly to submit a deputation in connection with the ongoing agitation. Emergency wards, outdoor facilities, pathological units of many state-run medical colleges and hospitals and a number of private medical facilities in the state have remained closed over the past two days in the wake of the protest.

Mamata Banerjee asks junior doctors to resume work; blames BJP, CPI(M) for strike

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The Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in the Siliguri district hospital and North Bengal Medical College and Hospital will remain shut on Thursday as junior doctors' strike has entered the third day in Kolkata leaving hundreds of patients in the lurch.

The doctors' protest erupted on Tuesday after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital was allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient who died on June 10.

"The authorities have opened a parallel emergency system where senior doctors will exam serious medical cases of the patients," sources at the North Bengal Medical College and Hospital told ANI.

There are 22 OPD doors in these hospitals where more than 4000 people turn up every day on an average, the source added.

"We have already explained our demands in posters. The Chief Minister should come here and she hasn't reached yet," a doctor, who was protesting here, said.

Moreover, the incident has triggered protests from doctors in other government hospitals across the state.

According to hospital authorities, adequate security arrangements have been made in the premises of the hospital.

Earlier, the family members of the deceased patient staged a protest alleging medical negligence by doctors.

West Bengal Health Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya said four persons have been arrested in connection with the case.

The doctor who was attacked is reportedly admitted in the intensive care unit after he sustained grievous injuries.&nbsp;
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The Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in the Siliguri district hospital and North Bengal Medical College and Hospital will remain shut on Thursday as junior doctors' strike has entered the third day in Kolkata leaving hundreds of patients in the lurch.

The Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in the Siliguri district hospital and North Bengal Medical College and Hospital will remain shut on Thursday as junior doctors' strike has entered the third day in Kolkata leaving hundreds of patients in the lurch. The doctors' protest erupted on Tuesday after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sarkar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital was allegedly attacked by the relative of a patient who died on June 10. "The authorities have opened a parallel emergency system where senior doctors will exam serious medical cases of the patients," sources at the North Bengal Medical College and Hospital told ANI. There are 22 OPD doors in these hospitals where more than 4000 people turn up every day on an average, the source added. "We have already explained our demands in posters. The Chief Minister should come here and she hasn't reached yet," a doctor, who was protesting here, said. Moreover, the incident has triggered protests from doctors in other government hospitals across the state. According to hospital authorities, adequate security arrangements have been made in the premises of the hospital. Earlier, the family members of the deceased patient staged a protest alleging medical negligence by doctors. West Bengal Health Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya said four persons have been arrested in connection with the case. The doctor who was attacked is reportedly admitted in the intensive care unit after he sustained grievous injuries.

West Bengal: OPDs remain shut as doctors' strike enters third day

West Bengal Governor K N Tripathi has convened a meeting of major political parties on Thursday in view of the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/west-bengal-clashes-erupt-between-bjp-workers-police-in-kolkata-226477">post-poll violence in the state</a>, sources in the Raj Bhavan said.

Tripathi has&nbsp;sent a letter to all four prominent political parties in Bengal, the Trinamool Congress, the CPI(M), the BJP and the Congress, urging them to attend the meet at 4 pm at the Raj Bhavan, they said.

The BJP and the TMC have confirmed that they would attend the meeting. The Congress and the CPI-M confirmed receiving the letter, but are yet to confirm their participation.

"We will go to the Governor's all-party meeting tomorrow. The governor is a constitutional body," a senior TMC leader said.

Welcoming the move, West Bengal BJP unit president Dilip Ghosh said the state government should have taken the initiative.

"We welcome the decision. We have received Tripathi's letter. We would be attending tomorrow's meeting," he told PTI.

Tripathi had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday and apprised them of the situation in the state.

When he was asked about the possibility of imposition of the President's rule in West Bengal, Tripathi had told reporters that there was no such discussion during his meetings.

The Centre had on Sunday expressed "deep concern" over continuing violence in West Bengal, and the Union Home Ministry had sent an advisory saying the "unabated violence" even after the Lok Sabha polls appeared to be a failure on part of the state government.

In the advisory, the Ministry of Home Affairs had also asked the state government to maintain law and order, peace and tranquillity.

Unhappy with the advisory, Banerjee stepped up attack on the Centre, saying the violence was a "planted game and the central government and (BJP) party cadre are trying to incite violence in West Bengal".

Post-poll violence has been reported from various places of West Bengal after the BJP secured 18 of the 42 Lok Sabha seats in the state, just four less than that of the TMC.&nbsp;

West Bengal Governor K N Tripathi has convened a meeting of major political parties on Thursday in view of the ongoing post-poll violence in the state, sources in the Raj Bhavan said.

West Bengal Governor K N Tripathi has convened a meeting of major political parties on Thursday in view of the ongoing post-poll violence in the state, sources in the Raj Bhavan said. Tripathi has sent a letter to all four prominent political parties in Bengal, the Trinamool Congress, the CPI(M), the BJP and the Congress, urging them to attend the meet at 4 pm at the Raj Bhavan, they said. The BJP and the TMC have confirmed that they would attend the meeting. The Congress and the CPI-M confirmed receiving the letter, but are yet to confirm their participation. "We will go to the Governor's all-party meeting tomorrow. The governor is a constitutional body," a senior TMC leader said. Welcoming the move, West Bengal BJP unit president Dilip Ghosh said the state government should have taken the initiative. "We welcome the decision. We have received Tripathi's letter. We would be attending tomorrow's meeting," he told PTI. Tripathi had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday and apprised them of the situation in the state. When he was asked about the possibility of imposition of the President's rule in West Bengal, Tripathi had told reporters that there was no such discussion during his meetings. The Centre had on Sunday expressed "deep concern" over continuing violence in West Bengal, and the Union Home Ministry had sent an advisory saying the "unabated violence" even after the Lok Sabha polls appeared to be a failure on part of the state government. In the advisory, the Ministry of Home Affairs had also asked the state government to maintain law and order, peace and tranquillity. Unhappy with the advisory, Banerjee stepped up attack on the Centre, saying the violence was a "planted game and the central government and (BJP) party cadre are trying to incite violence in West Bengal". Post-poll violence has been reported from various places of West Bengal after the BJP secured 18 of the 42 Lok Sabha seats in the state, just four less than that of the TMC.

West Bengal Governor convenes all-party meeting in wake of post-poll violence

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday installed a new statue of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar at the Vidyasagar college premises — the place where a similar statue was vandalised a month ago during a clash between the BJP and TMC workers.

India Watch: War between TMC & BJP heats up

Clashes broke out between BJP workers and police personnel in Kolkata on Wednesday during a massive rally organised by the party in protest against post-poll violence and an alleged attack on its workers and supporters.

As the BJP activists jostled to reach the Bowbazar crossing in the city, police resorted to firing tear gas shells and water cannons to disperse them. 
In retaliation, the saffron party workers raised slogans and hurled stones and bottles at the officers.

Some of the party workers were seen holding a sit-in demonstration in the area in protest.&nbsp;

BJP party workers, along with 18 newly elected MPs in the state, including BJP state president Dilip Ghosh, were marching towards the Kolkata Police headquarters in Lalbazar from the Wellington area of the city.

Bengal's BJP minder Kailash Vijayvargiya and senior party leader Mukul Roy also joined the march.

Post-poll violence has been reported from various places of West Bengal after the BJP secured 18 of the 42 Lok Sabha seats in the state, just four less than that of the TMC.

Roy Tuesday blamed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the clashes in North 24 Parganas' Sandeshkhali on Saturday that claimed three lives and demanded an investigation into the violence by anti-terror probe agency NIA.

Banerjee had earlier accused the BJP of "spreading false information as part of a game plan to topple her government".&nbsp;

Clashes broke out between BJP workers and police personnel in Kolkata on Wednesday during a massive rally organised by the party in protest against post-poll violence and an alleged attack on its workers and supporters.

Clashes broke out between BJP workers and police personnel in Kolkata on Wednesday during a massive rally organised by the party in protest against post-poll violence and an alleged attack on its workers and supporters. As the BJP activists jostled to reach the Bowbazar crossing in the city, police resorted to firing tear gas shells and water cannons to disperse them. In retaliation, the saffron party workers raised slogans and hurled stones and bottles at the officers. Some of the party workers were seen holding a sit-in demonstration in the area in protest. BJP party workers, along with 18 newly elected MPs in the state, including BJP state president Dilip Ghosh, were marching towards the Kolkata Police headquarters in Lalbazar from the Wellington area of the city. Bengal's BJP minder Kailash Vijayvargiya and senior party leader Mukul Roy also joined the march. Post-poll violence has been reported from various places of West Bengal after the BJP secured 18 of the 42 Lok Sabha seats in the state, just four less than that of the TMC. Roy Tuesday blamed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the clashes in North 24 Parganas' Sandeshkhali on Saturday that claimed three lives and demanded an investigation into the violence by anti-terror probe agency NIA. Banerjee had earlier accused the BJP of "spreading false information as part of a game plan to topple her government".

West Bengal: Clashes erupt between BJP workers, police in Kolkata

Healthcare services were disrupted in West Bengal after junior doctors stopped working in all state-run medical institutions following the assault on an intern in a Kolkata hospital after the death of a patient, reported news agency PTI.

The agitating junior doctors at the NRS Medical College and Hospital said there will be no work at any medical college and hospital in the state until they are given full protection, the report added.

West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC) president and Trinamool MLA Nirmal Maji told that officials were trying to persuade the doctors to resume work.&nbsp;

"The chief minister has sent MoS Health Chandrima Bhattacharya, Police Commissioner Anuj Sharma, myself and other senior officials to talk to them. We are looking into their demand and hopefully the matter will be solved quickly," Maji said.&nbsp;

The doctors began the protest after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital was seriously injured following a clash between junior doctors and relatives of a patient who died late Monday night due to alleged negligence.&nbsp;

(With PTI inputs)

Healthcare services were disrupted in West Bengal after junior doctors stopped working in all state-run medical institutions following the assault on an intern in a Kolkata hospital after the death of a patient, reported news agency PTI.

Healthcare services were disrupted in West Bengal after junior doctors stopped working in all state-run medical institutions following the assault on an intern in a Kolkata hospital after the death of a patient, reported news agency PTI. The agitating junior doctors at the NRS Medical College and Hospital said there will be no work at any medical college and hospital in the state until they are given full protection, the report added. West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC) president and Trinamool MLA Nirmal Maji told that officials were trying to persuade the doctors to resume work. "The chief minister has sent MoS Health Chandrima Bhattacharya, Police Commissioner Anuj Sharma, myself and other senior officials to talk to them. We are looking into their demand and hopefully the matter will be solved quickly," Maji said. The doctors began the protest after an intern at the Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital was seriously injured following a clash between junior doctors and relatives of a patient who died late Monday night due to alleged negligence. (With PTI inputs)

Medical services disrupted in West Bengal as junior doctors stop work over colleague's assault

The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) on Monday observed a 12-hour bandh in Basirhat, West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Monday to register their protest against the killings of two of their party workers.

While party supporters put up a rail blockade at the Bhyabla station, it was removed after two-and-a-half hours allowing movement of the stranded trains.

The streets of Basirhat mostly bore a deserted look with buses and cars remaining off the roads. Most stores, market complexes remained closed.

BJP workers were seen asking shop keepers to keep their stores closed.

The internet services in Basirhat remained shut for the second day today.

The party observed a ‘black day’ in several parts of the state with workers sporting a black badge in a bid to register their protest against the brutal killing of the party workers.

Party MP from Hooghly constituency Locket Chatterjee led a protest march in Kolkata.

While addressing an administrative meeting at the state secretariat, Nabanna, the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the BJP for stirring violence in the state. She asked the police to take immediate and stern action in cases of violence.&nbsp;

“The unrest in Bengal is being stirred by the BJP. Remember if there are riots in the state, Centre is equally to be blamed. The problem is, I am the most vocal leader in the country and hence they are trying to muzzle my voice. But, they cannot do that,” Banerjee said, adding, “Have asked the police to not allow hooliganism in the state and advised them to take strict action.”

On the other hand, senior BJP leader Mukul Roy demanded Mamata Banerjee’s resignation from the post of a police minister. “Police administration has completely collapsed in the state. Even TMC MLAs are complaining. Banerjee has failed in maintaining the law and order in the state, she should immediately resign from the post of the police minister,” Roy said.

On Saturday, massive clashes erupted between Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) workers in Sandeshkhali in Basirhat located in North 24 parganas district of West Bengal, claiming as many as three lives. Of these three, two are BJP workers and one is a TMC worker.

The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) on Monday observed a 12-hour bandh in Basirhat, West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Monday to register their protest against the killings of two of their party workers.

The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) on Monday observed a 12-hour bandh in Basirhat, West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Monday to register their protest against the killings of two of their party workers. While party supporters put up a rail blockade at the Bhyabla station, it was removed after two-and-a-half hours allowing movement of the stranded trains. The streets of Basirhat mostly bore a deserted look with buses and cars remaining off the roads. Most stores, market complexes remained closed. BJP workers were seen asking shop keepers to keep their stores closed. The internet services in Basirhat remained shut for the second day today. The party observed a ‘black day’ in several parts of the state with workers sporting a black badge in a bid to register their protest against the brutal killing of the party workers. Party MP from Hooghly constituency Locket Chatterjee led a protest march in Kolkata. While addressing an administrative meeting at the state secretariat, Nabanna, the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the BJP for stirring violence in the state. She asked the police to take immediate and stern action in cases of violence. “The unrest in Bengal is being stirred by the BJP. Remember if there are riots in the state, Centre is equally to be blamed. The problem is, I am the most vocal leader in the country and hence they are trying to muzzle my voice. But, they cannot do that,” Banerjee said, adding, “Have asked the police to not allow hooliganism in the state and advised them to take strict action.” On the other hand, senior BJP leader Mukul Roy demanded Mamata Banerjee’s resignation from the post of a police minister. “Police administration has completely collapsed in the state. Even TMC MLAs are complaining. Banerjee has failed in maintaining the law and order in the state, she should immediately resign from the post of the police minister,” Roy said. On Saturday, massive clashes erupted between Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) workers in Sandeshkhali in Basirhat located in North 24 parganas district of West Bengal, claiming as many as three lives. Of these three, two are BJP workers and one is a TMC worker.

Normal life hit in Basirhat, West Bengal as BJP observes 12-hour bandh

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West Bengal government has written a letter to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs stating that the law and order situation was "under control" in the state.

West Bengal Chief Secretary Malay Kumar De has informed the ministry that "firm and appropriate actions" were initiated in case of a few "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-calls-a-12-hour-bandh-in-basirhat-west-bengal-over-death-of-party-workers-225779">stray post-poll clashes" in the state</a>.

In the letter, De has claimed that the clashes were perpetrated by "some anti-social elements".

"...while there have been a few stray post-poll clashes in the state perpetrated by some anti-social elements, the law enforcement authorities have been taking firm and appropriate actions in all such cases without any delay," the letter dated June 9 reads.

"The situation is under control and it may not be construed under any circumstance to be a failure on the part of law enforcement machinery of the state to maintain the rule of law and impute confidence among the people," it continued.

Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government's statement came after Union Ministry of Home Affairs issued an advisory to the state government expressing "deep concern" over the death of people in a post-poll clash that ensued between BJP and TMC workers.

In the advisory to the state government, MHA has stated,&nbsp;"It is strongly advised to ensure that all necessary measures are taken to maintain law and order, peace and public tranquillity. It is also requested to take strict action against officials found delinquent in the discharge of their duty."

The clash between the two factions was triggered by the removal of BJP's flag in Sandeshkhali Assembly constituency of North 24 Parganas on Saturday.

BJP leader Mukul Roy has alleged that four workers of his party were shot dead by the members of TMC.

State's ruling party, on the other hand, has alleged that a member of their party has also died in the clashes.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sought a report from the state government on the incidents of violence, said sources.&nbsp;

West Bengal government has written a letter to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs stating that the law and order situation was "under control" in the state. West Bengal Chief Secretary Malay Kumar De has informed the ministry that "firm and appropriate actions" were initiated in case of a few "stray post-poll clashes" in the state.

West Bengal government has written a letter to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs stating that the law and order situation was "under control" in the state. West Bengal Chief Secretary Malay Kumar De has informed the ministry that "firm and appropriate actions" were initiated in case of a few "stray post-poll clashes" in the state. In the letter, De has claimed that the clashes were perpetrated by "some anti-social elements". "...while there have been a few stray post-poll clashes in the state perpetrated by some anti-social elements, the law enforcement authorities have been taking firm and appropriate actions in all such cases without any delay," the letter dated June 9 reads. "The situation is under control and it may not be construed under any circumstance to be a failure on the part of law enforcement machinery of the state to maintain the rule of law and impute confidence among the people," it continued. Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government's statement came after Union Ministry of Home Affairs issued an advisory to the state government expressing "deep concern" over the death of people in a post-poll clash that ensued between BJP and TMC workers. In the advisory to the state government, MHA has stated, "It is strongly advised to ensure that all necessary measures are taken to maintain law and order, peace and public tranquillity. It is also requested to take strict action against officials found delinquent in the discharge of their duty." The clash between the two factions was triggered by the removal of BJP's flag in Sandeshkhali Assembly constituency of North 24 Parganas on Saturday. BJP leader Mukul Roy has alleged that four workers of his party were shot dead by the members of TMC. State's ruling party, on the other hand, has alleged that a member of their party has also died in the clashes. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sought a report from the state government on the incidents of violence, said sources.

Situation 'under control', West Bengal government answers Home Ministry's advisory on violence

The Trinamool Congress Monday in a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/situation-under-control-west-bengal-government-answers-home-ministrys-advisory-on-violence-225809">MHA advisory to the West Bengal government</a> is a "deep-rooted conspiracy" and an "evil ploy to grab power" in opposition-ruled states.

TMC secretary general and West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee said in the letter that the Ministry of Home Affairs has drawn conclusions without verifying the ground reality or taking a report from the state government.

"We, on behalf of the Trinamool Congress, lodge our strong objection to the advisory issued by the MHA and urge that the same be withdrawn forthwith," he said.

In the advisory sent to the West Bengal government on Sunday, the MHA had expressed "deep concern" over the continuing post-poll violence in the state and asked it to maintain law and order.

The advisory came a day after BJP and TMC workers clashed in Sandeshkhali area of North Parganas district.

Criticising the advisory, Chatterjee said, "We have reason to believe that it is an evil ploy to grab power in states run by parties politically opposed to the BJP. Moreover, this is a deep-rooted conspiracy and game plan to malign the state government and capture the Bengal administration through undemocratic, unethical and unconstitutional means."

Blaming "BJP goons" for having perpetrated violence and chaos across the state, the TMC leader alleged that as the MHA and the saffron party are being headed by the same person, it is "quite obvious" that "whatever the BJP desires, the MHA is implementing it with closed eyes, throwing all constitutional propriety to the wind".

"In a democracy, the Centre and the states work in tandem. Instead of taking the state government into confidence and verifying the ground situation, the unilateral issue of an advisory by the MHA is an insult to the people of Bengal and an assault on the glory, culture, and heritage of the state," Chatterjee said.

On Sunday night, the West Bengal government sent a letter to the MHA saying that the situation in the state was "under control" and there was no failure on part of its law enforcement agencies.

The BJP has claimed that five of its workers were killed in the violence in Sandeshkhali, while the ruling TMC claimed that one was killed.&nbsp;

The Trinamool Congress Monday in a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that the MHA advisory to the West Bengal government is a "deep-rooted conspiracy" and an "evil ploy to grab power" in opposition-ruled states.

The Trinamool Congress Monday in a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that the MHA advisory to the West Bengal government is a "deep-rooted conspiracy" and an "evil ploy to grab power" in opposition-ruled states. TMC secretary general and West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee said in the letter that the Ministry of Home Affairs has drawn conclusions without verifying the ground reality or taking a report from the state government. "We, on behalf of the Trinamool Congress, lodge our strong objection to the advisory issued by the MHA and urge that the same be withdrawn forthwith," he said. In the advisory sent to the West Bengal government on Sunday, the MHA had expressed "deep concern" over the continuing post-poll violence in the state and asked it to maintain law and order. The advisory came a day after BJP and TMC workers clashed in Sandeshkhali area of North Parganas district. Criticising the advisory, Chatterjee said, "We have reason to believe that it is an evil ploy to grab power in states run by parties politically opposed to the BJP. Moreover, this is a deep-rooted conspiracy and game plan to malign the state government and capture the Bengal administration through undemocratic, unethical and unconstitutional means." Blaming "BJP goons" for having perpetrated violence and chaos across the state, the TMC leader alleged that as the MHA and the saffron party are being headed by the same person, it is "quite obvious" that "whatever the BJP desires, the MHA is implementing it with closed eyes, throwing all constitutional propriety to the wind". "In a democracy, the Centre and the states work in tandem. Instead of taking the state government into confidence and verifying the ground situation, the unilateral issue of an advisory by the MHA is an insult to the people of Bengal and an assault on the glory, culture, and heritage of the state," Chatterjee said. On Sunday night, the West Bengal government sent a letter to the MHA saying that the situation in the state was "under control" and there was no failure on part of its law enforcement agencies. The BJP has claimed that five of its workers were killed in the violence in Sandeshkhali, while the ruling TMC claimed that one was killed.

Home Ministry advisory 'deep-rooted conspiracy' by BJP to grab power: Trinamool Congress

West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi arrived in New Delhi on Monday to meet PM Modi. Tripathi told media that he was not able to wish the prime minister personally on the day of his oath-taking ceremony, adding that this was a courtesy visit.&nbsp;

"My visit to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister was a courtesy call. I just informed them of the general situation in the state," Tripathi said.&nbsp;

"I had asked to meet the PM either on June 9-10 or June 14-15 as I couldn't wish him personally on the swearing-in day, it's a courtesy visit," Tripathi was quoted by news agency ANI. Tripathi also met Home Minister Amit Shah. &nbsp;

Tripathi's visit comes amid <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/situation-under-control-west-bengal-government-answers-home-ministrys-advisory-on-violence-225809">political turbulence and violence in West Bengal</a>.&nbsp;

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"I have asked time from the Prime Minister for courtesy meeting six days ago. He has given time on June 10. Meanwhile, an incident took place on June 8. I will inform him but mainly this is a courtesy meeting," Tripathi told reporters before leaving from Bangla Guest House.

This comes a day after the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday issued an advisory to the state government expressing "deep concern" over the death of people in a post-poll clash that ensued between BJP and TMC workers.

In the advisory to the state government, MHA has stated, "It is strongly advised to ensure that all necessary measures are taken to maintain law and order, peace and public tranquillity. It is also requested to take strict action against officials found delinquent in the discharge of their duty."

In a letter to the Home Ministry, the West Bengal government has stated that the law and order situation was "under control" in the state.

"...while there have been a few stray post-poll clashes in the state perpetrated by some anti-social elements, the law enforcement authorities have been taking firm and appropriate actions in all such cases without any delay," the letter dated June 9 reads.

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West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi arrived in New Delhi on Monday to meet PM Modi. Tripathi told media that he was not able to wish the prime minister personally on the day of his oath-taking ceremony, adding that this was a courtesy visit.

West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi arrived in New Delhi on Monday to meet PM Modi. Tripathi told media that he was not able to wish the prime minister personally on the day of his oath-taking ceremony, adding that this was a courtesy visit. "My visit to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister was a courtesy call. I just informed them of the general situation in the state," Tripathi said. "I had asked to meet the PM either on June 9-10 or June 14-15 as I couldn't wish him personally on the swearing-in day, it's a courtesy visit," Tripathi was quoted by news agency ANI. Tripathi also met Home Minister Amit Shah. Tripathi's visit comes amid political turbulence and violence in West Bengal. West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi: My visit to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister was a courtesy call. I just informed them of the general situation in the state. pic.twitter.com/UgH8crgelS — ANI (@ANI) June 10, 2019 × "I have asked time from the Prime Minister for courtesy meeting six days ago. He has given time on June 10. Meanwhile, an incident took place on June 8. I will inform him but mainly this is a courtesy meeting," Tripathi told reporters before leaving from Bangla Guest House. This comes a day after the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday issued an advisory to the state government expressing "deep concern" over the death of people in a post-poll clash that ensued between BJP and TMC workers. In the advisory to the state government, MHA has stated, "It is strongly advised to ensure that all necessary measures are taken to maintain law and order, peace and public tranquillity. It is also requested to take strict action against officials found delinquent in the discharge of their duty." In a letter to the Home Ministry, the West Bengal government has stated that the law and order situation was "under control" in the state. "...while there have been a few stray post-poll clashes in the state perpetrated by some anti-social elements, the law enforcement authorities have been taking firm and appropriate actions in all such cases without any delay," the letter dated June 9 reads.

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