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Doctors at Uttarakhand Government Medical Colleges Strike Over Stipend Increase
✍️ India Today
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 11:34 AM
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Doctors in Uttarakhand's government medical colleges have begun a strike demanding a higher stipend, halting routine services across the institutions.
Doctors attached to Uttarakhand's government-run medical colleges have launched a strike, citing dissatisfaction with the current stipend structure. The protest began after the faculty expressed that the existing allowances do not match the cost of living and responsibilities they shoulder.
The walkout has disrupted regular outpatient and inpatient services, forcing hospitals to limit non-emergency procedures and redirect patients where possible. Patients and staff have reported delays, while the colleges strive to maintain essential care.
State health officials have acknowledged the grievance and indicated that discussions with representatives of the striking doctors are underway. Both sides are said to be seeking a swift resolution to restore normal functioning of the medical colleges.
The strike underscores broader concerns among junior medical officers about remuneration and working conditions in public health institutions across the state.
The walkout has disrupted regular outpatient and inpatient services, forcing hospitals to limit non-emergency procedures and redirect patients where possible. Patients and staff have reported delays, while the colleges strive to maintain essential care.
State health officials have acknowledged the grievance and indicated that discussions with representatives of the striking doctors are underway. Both sides are said to be seeking a swift resolution to restore normal functioning of the medical colleges.
The strike underscores broader concerns among junior medical officers about remuneration and working conditions in public health institutions across the state.