Delhi: 149 attacks on doctors in five years, assembly data reveals
Written By : Anshika Mishra
Published On 2026-01-16 12:45 GMT | Update On 2026-01-16 12:45 GMT
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The national capital has seen a rising trend in attacks on doctors and medical staff over the past five years, with a total of 149 incidents of violence and assault reported at both government and private hospitals between 2021 and 2025, according to official data tabled in the Delhi Assembly.
The data reveals that 2024 recorded the highest number of incidents at 49 cases, followed closely by 48 cases in 2025. This was preceded by 24 cases in 2023, while 2021 and 2022 reported the lowest figures with 14 cases each.
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