Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Haryana Doctors Strike Over Promotion Dispute
Doctors in Haryana went on strike for two days because they are unhappy with how promotions work in the government health department.
Most doctors only get one promotion in their whole career, while others who are hired directly get more chances to move up.
The doctors say the government promised to change the rules but hasn't done so.
They want a special program called Assured Career Progression (ACP) that gives them raises even if they don't get promoted right away.
The government and the doctors are still talking, but if they can't agree, the strike might last longer, which could make it harder for people to get medical care.
Haryana doctors struck for two days over promotion and recruitment policies, with potential indefinite extension.
Doctors argue that direct recruitment limits their career advancement, with 95% receiving only one promotion.
Government proposed filling SMO posts entirely through promotions as a one-time measure, but the proposal was rejected.
210 out of 644 SMO posts remain vacant due to the standoff, affecting health services.
Government and HCMS Association in dialogue, but no resolution yet on implementing the ACP scheme.
- Who
- Haryana Civil Medical Services (HCMS) Association doctors
- What
- Two-day strike over promotion and recruitment policies
- When
- December 8-9, with potential indefinite extension
- Where
- Government hospitals and dispensaries across Haryana
- Why
- Frustration over limited promotional opportunities and unfulfilled government assurances
- Strike Duration
- Two days (December 8-9)
- Strike Participants
- 2,300 out of 2,700 medical officers
- Vacant SMO Posts
- 210 out of 644 sanctioned positions
- Promotion Policy
- 75% promotions, 25% direct recruitment
- ACP Scheme
- Three financial upgradations at higher grades
- Last Direct Recruitment
- 2012
- Government Response
- Dialogue ongoing, no resolution yet
