IMA members observe fast on issues plaguing the medical fraternity
New Delhi: Doctors affiliated with the Indian Medical Association (IMA) observed a dawn-to-dusk fast to draw the government's attention towards attacks on doctors.
Members of the IMA demanded a strong legislation to prevent such incidents and speedy implementation of the Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act.
The fast was observed by member doctors across the country between 6 am and 6 pm.
They sought withdrawal of the National Medical Council Bill, amendments to the PC-PNDT Act and a cap on compensation under the Consumer Protection Act in case of medical negligence, and professional autonomy in treatment and prescriptions.
"We have been asking for the implementation of the recommendations of the inter-ministerial committee and other demands for the past one year, but they have not been met," IMA national president Dr KK Aggarwal and secretary general Dr RN Tandon said in a statement.
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