Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:09am on 14 Aug 2024,Wednesday India
Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) in Assam faces criticism for advising female doctors and staff to avoid roaming alone at night following the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder. Principal Dr. Bhaskar Gupta issued the advisory to enhance safety but faced backlash for not addressing underlying security issues. Critics, including the Junior Doctors' Association, argue that the advisory shifts responsibility onto women rather than improving campus security. They demand better protective measures and a focus on addressing harassment. The advisory was intended to prevent incidents but has sparked outrage among students and staff.
