'Female doctors should avoid going out at night': Assam medical college advisory sparks row

The Silchar Medical College Hospital in Assam issued an advisory following a rape-murder incident in Kolkata, urging female doctors and staff to avoid being alone and stay within campus during odd hours. The directive faced criticism for allegedly targeting women and placing the burden of safety on them, yet officials defended it as essential for their security.

'Female doctors should avoid going out at night': Assam medical college advisory sparks row
The Silchar Medical College Hospital in Assam issued an advisory following a rape-murder incident in Kolkata, urging female doctors and staff to avoid being alone and stay within campus during odd hours. The directive faced criticism for allegedly targeting women and placing the burden of safety on them, yet officials defended it as essential for their security.