Surat Resident Doctor's Suicide Sparks Outcry; Health Minister Orders Strict Action

A resident doctor at a Surat hospital was found dead on Thursday, with reports indicating that the death was a suicide. Sources say the doctor had been subjected to ragging during his residency, which may have contributed to his decision. The Gujarat Health Minister, in a statement, condemned the incident and pledged a thorough investigation. He instructed the relevant authorities to take strict action against any personnel found responsible for the alleged harassment. The ministry also announced that it would review the residency training protocols to prevent such incidents in the future.