Silchar Medical College in Assam had previously issued an advisory telling female doctors to avoid going out alone at night. This decision followed a tragic incident at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College, where a female doctor was raped and murdered. The advisory led to significant backlash and has now been canceled by the college.
Previous Advisory Details
The advisory advised female doctors and staff to avoid dark or isolated areas at night. It also recommended staying inside the hostel or lodging rooms after dark, informing authorities before going out, and avoiding strangers and suspicious individuals. The advisory also urged staff to remain alert and report any issues to gender harassment committees, anti-ragging committees, and internal complaint committees.
New Safety Concerns
A female doctor at the college has expressed concerns about areas on campus that need better lighting and additional CCTV cameras. She also highlighted the need for more security guards, including female guards, and better facilities such as doctors’ rooms and toilets. She hoped the college would address these issues and apologized for the previous advisory.
Cancellation and Future Plans
Silchar Medical College has canceled the previous advisory and plans to issue a new one. The details of the new advisory will be clear once it is released.
Impact of the Kolkata Incident
The incident in Kolkata, where a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor was raped and murdered in a seminar hall at RG Kar Medical College, has shocked the nation. The doctor’s body was found last Friday morning with multiple injuries. A civic volunteer from the Kolkata Police has been arrested in connection with the case. The autopsy revealed severe injuries, including fractures and wounds, and evidence of severe trauma.
