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Published Oct 9, 2024 at 10:31 AM IST

RG Kar Rape-Murder Case: Doctor's Association to Hold Nationwide Hunger Strike Today

The Federation of All India Medical Association has announced a nationwide hunger strike starting today in response to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in West Bengal's Kolkata. The incident, which occurred on August 9, has sparked outrage among the medical fraternity. The hunger strike will see participation from doctors across the country in support of their West Bengal colleagues, who have been protesting since the incident. The aim is to demand justice for the victim and push for reforms in the healthcare system.

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