PGI Chandigarh Resident Doctors Flag Overwork, Say 12-Hour Duty Norms Exist Only on Paper

Name: PGI Chandigarh Resident Doctors Flag Overwork, Say 12-Hour Duty Norms Exist Only on Paper
Uploaded: 2026-04-14T17:30:32+05:30
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Anshika Mishra

PGI Chandigarh Resident Doctors Flag Overwork, Say 12-Hour Duty Norms Exist Only on Paper - Video

Published On 2026-04-14T17:30:32+05:30 | Updated On 14 April 2026 5:30 PM IST

Overview

The duty hours of resident doctors at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, continue to remain demanding and overburdened, with doctors alleging extreme work pressure, exhaustion, and mental health issues due to staff shortage.

Despite the institutional guidelines promising a 12-hour duty schedule and a mandatory weekly off, residents working in wards and emergency services allege that they continue to face overwork and extended shifts, claiming that the norms exist only on paper.

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12-hour duty norms 'only on paper'! PGI Chandigarh resident doctors flag overwork, burnout

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Anshika Mishra

Anshika Mishra is a dedicated scholar pursuing a Masters in Biotechnology, driven by a profound passion for exploring the intersection of science and healthcare. Having embarked on this academic journey with a passion to make meaningful contributions to the medical field, Anshika joined Medical Dialogues in 2023 to further delve into the realms of healthcare journalism.