Doctors at a top Indian government hospital ended an 11-day strike over the rape and murder of a doctor, sparking furious protests in Kolkata.
The discovery of the 31-year-old doctor’s body at a state-run hospital on August 9 fueled nationwide outrage over violence against women.
Doctors from government hospitals in various cities in India went on strike, impacting essential services as tens of thousands protested lack of security for healthcare workers.
With nearly 90 rapes reported daily in India, protests have intensified, with police guarding hospitals and demonstrators demanding justice.
The murdered doctor, nicknamed “Abhaya” by protesters, was found in a hospital seminar hall during a long shift, leading to one man’s detention.
While the ruling BJP faced backlash in Kolkata, medics in New Delhi resumed full duties following the Supreme Court’s plea for nationwide security reform.
Despite returning to work, doctors vowed to continue protests after hours until justice is served.
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