Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Punjab Doctors Highlight Violence, Demand Unmet Security Promise
Doctors and healthcare staff in Punjab are facing a lot of violence at their workplaces.
Over the past year, there have been at least 60 incidents where people have hurt or threatened them.
The doctors are worried because the government promised to provide security at all health facilities 24/7, but this hasn't happened yet.
They are concerned about their safety, especially for those working night shifts, and that many healthcare workers are quitting their jobs because it's not safe.
The doctors are asking the government to keep its promise and make the hospitals and clinics safer for everyone.
At least 60 violent incidents occurred at Punjab public health facilities in one year.
Punjab Civil Medical Services Association reported the incidents, citing safety concerns.
The Association reminded the AAP government of an unfulfilled promise for security.
Security personnel were promised at health facilities 24/7, starting August 19, 2024.
Doctors are concerned about their safety and high attrition rates due to lack of security.
- Who
- Doctors and healthcare staff, and the Punjab Civil Medical Services (PCMS) Association.
- What
- At least 60 violent incidents at public healthcare facilities in Punjab.
- When
- Over the past year.
- Where
- Punjab, specifically in various government healthcare facilities.
- Why
- To highlight the lack of security at healthcare facilities and the government's unfulfilled promise.
Doctors' Concerns
Governmental Response
Security Provision
Doctors' Concerns
Lack of adequate security at government health facilities.
Governmental Response
Implied governmental perspective that security measures are in progress or not yet feasible.
- Incidents Count
- At least 60
- Government
- AAP-led
- Promise Date
- August 19, 2024
- Association
- Punjab Civil Medical Services (PCMS)
- Meeting
- Punjab Health Secretary on Monday