Man Arrested After Harassing Female Doctor In Rajouri, Sparking Hospital Protest

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Ashiq Butt | August 19, 2024 | 08:17 PM IST | Breaking News, Jammu Kashmir, Rajouri | Follow on Google News

Man Arrested After Harassing Female Doctor In Rajouri, Sparking Hospital Protest

Man Arrested After Harassing Female Doctor In Rajouri, Sparking Hospital Protest

Key Highlights:

1. Man arrested for harassing a female doctor and causing a ruckus at a Jammu hospital.
2. Hospital staff protested, demanding strict action and better security.
3. The accused fled after damaging property and abusing the doctor.

A man was arrested in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir early Monday after allegedly causing a disturbance and harassing a female doctor on duty at a hospital.

The incident took place at the sub-district hospital in Nowshera, where the accused, Gurpreet Singh, accompanied a patient and engaged in unruly behavior that led to significant unrest among the hospital staff.

According to officials, the incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. Singh, without any apparent provocation, started creating a ruckus inside the hospital.

His actions escalated quickly as he allegedly smashed a windowpane and verbally abused a female doctor who attempted to calm the situation.

After causing the disruption, Singh fled the scene, leaving behind a trail of damage and distress.

The incident sparked immediate outrage among the hospital’s doctors and paramedical staff. In response to the aggression, the staff suspended their duties and organized a protest within the hospital premises.

They demanded strict action against Singh and called for enhanced security measures to protect medical professionals from similar incidents in the future.

The protest highlighted the vulnerability of healthcare workers, especially those on duty during late hours, and underscored the need for stronger protective measures.

The hospital’s administration supported the staff’s demands, emphasizing the importance of a safe working environment for healthcare providers.

Local authorities responded to the situation by arresting Singh and initiating an investigation into the incident.

The case has drawn significant attention, with many calling for swift justice and improved security protocols in healthcare facilities across the region.

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