NHRC Flags Inhumane Duty Hours for PwD PG Medicos; Seeks Response from NMC, Health Ministry - Video
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Taking cognisance of a complaint alleging inhumane duty hours for PwD medical students, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
The complaint before NHRC has been filed by Dr. Lakshya Mittal, the Chairperson of the United Doctors Front, who highlighted 24-72 hour shifts, violation of the Uniform Central Residency Scheme, 1992, and lack of reasonable accommodation. Filing the complaint, Dr. Mittal has sought strict implementation of the norms with mandatory weekly offs.
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NHRC issues notice to NMC, Health Ministry over 24-72 hour long duty hours for PwD PG medicos
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