MTPCON-2024: 500 Gynaecologists gather in Latur to address abortion laws

Written by Kajal Rajput Published On 2024-09-04T09:30:03+05:30 | Updated On 4 Sept 2024 9:30 AM IST

Latur: Over 500 gynaecologists from across India gathered in Latur, Maharashtra, over two days to discuss key issues related to women’s health, including abortion laws and necessary legal reforms.

The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Conference-2024 (MTPCON), held at the Grand Sarovar Hotel, concluded on Sunday. The event was organized by the Bhartiya Stri Rog Sanghatana.

According to the PTI report, the MTPCON focused on issues related to abortion and will serve as a platform to discuss the latest technological advancements, new developments, and treatment methodologies in women's healthcare, said the organisers.

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The conference addressed over 150 topics, including abortion laws and necessary legal reforms.

Speaking at the event, Latur MP Dr Shivaji Kalge said he would advocate in Parliament for increased budgetary provisions for the medical sector, news agency PTI reported.

Former state minister and Congress MLA Amit Deshmukh stressed the importance of maintaining good health for all, especially for homemakers who care for their families.

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Kajal joined Medical Dialogue in 2019 for the Latest Health News. She has done her graduation from the University of Delhi. She mainly covers news about the Latest Healthcare. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in.