Archive · 21 Jul 2026
AIIMS Doctors Seek Probe into Police Violence at Jantar Mantar
Doctors from AIIMS in Delhi wrote to the President of India, asking for an independent investigation into what happened at Jantar Mantar.
They are worried because police reportedly used sticks, tear gas, and physical force against peaceful protesters, including students and doctors.
The doctors also mentioned videos showing police with covered faces, which they say is not transparent.
Additionally, they are concerned about an activist named Sonam Wangchuk who was reportedly not allowed to leave the hospital even though he wanted to.
The doctors believe in the right to peaceful protest and hope that all concerns will be addressed fairly.
AIIMS Resident Doctors' Association appealed to President Droupadi Murmu for an independent inquiry into police violence at Jantar Mantar.
Concerns raised over the use of lathi charges, tear gas, and physical force against peaceful protesters, including students and doctors.
Videos showed police personnel with covered faces and name badges, raising questions about transparency and accountability.
The association expressed apprehension over activist Sonam Wangchuk's reported inability to leave Safdarjung Hospital despite seeking LAMA.
The doctors emphasized the importance of patient autonomy and the right to refuse or discontinue treatment.
- Who
- Resident Doctors' Association of AIIMS, New Delhi
- What
- Request for an independent inquiry into police violence and patient autonomy issues
- When
- July 20, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Why
- To address concerns over the use of force against peaceful protesters and the autonomy of patients
Doctors and Activists
Police Authorities
Use of Force
Doctors and Activists
Doctors and activists claim excessive force, including lathi charges and tear gas, was used against peaceful protesters.
Police Authorities
Police authorities have not yet publicly commented on the specific allegations.
Patient Autonomy
Doctors and Activists
Doctors emphasize the right of patients, including Sonam Wangchuk, to leave the hospital under Leave Against Medical Advice (LAMA).
Police Authorities
Hospital authorities have not provided a public statement on Wangchuk's continued hospitalization.
- Date of Incident
- July 20, 2026
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Inquiry Requested By
- Resident Doctors' Association of AIIMS, New Delhi
- President of India
- Droupadi Murmu
- Activist Involved
- Sonam Wangchuk
- Hospital Involved
- Safdarjung Hospital
- Key Issue
- Use of force against peaceful protesters and patient autonomy