Protest Erupts at Jammu Hospital Over Burqa Restrictions for Nursing Interns
· India · Indian Express, NDTV
Nursing interns protested outside the Government Medical College and Hospital in Doda, Jammu, after a student was allegedly asked to leave the labour room for wearing a burqa. The hospital administration subsequently formed a seven-member panel to investigate the incident and the circumstances surrounding the demonstration. Dr Madhu Chib, head of the gynaecology department, defended the action as a hygiene protocol enforcement in sensitive areas rather than a religious restriction. Hospital in-charge medical superintendent Dr Irfan Tassaduq attributed the standoff to a miscommunication regarding standard apparel guidelines. Political leaders, including Doda MLA Mehraj Malik and National Conference spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq, expressed concern over the incident and individual religious freedom.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the delicate balance between institutional hygiene protocols in medical facilities and the personal religious rights of healthcare workers. The outcome of the inquiry could shape uniform dress and safety guidelines across government hospitals in the region.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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