With no word from govt. on talks, junior doctors continue strike in Andhra Pradesh
Emergency and non-emergency services continue to be affected in government teaching hospitals across the State
Junior doctors in Andhra Pradesh have maintained their strike for the ninth day, demanding a stipend hike. The strike, initiated by the A.P. Junior Doctors’ Association (APJUDA), has seen 100% participation from interns, junior doctors, and superspeciality doctors across the state. The government had initially hinted at a new round of talks on Monday, but there has been no follow-up.
Dr. Ranjeet Dhabale, treasurer of APJUDA, stated that the strike will continue for another two to three days if the government does not respond. The Praja Arogya Vedka (PAV) has joined the doctors in their protest, urging the State government to hold immediate talks to address their concerns. They argue that the number of patients has surged recently, and the increased workload is justified.
The strike, however, is causing a significant disruption in patient services at government teaching hospitals.
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