CA Palak Rathi Instagram – 75% of healthcare workers experience violence on duty.
Read that again.
This is as per a study by Indian Medical Association.
After the horrific incident that happened in Kolkata, all eyes have turned towards the safety of healthcare professionals as well as the safety of women in general.
The Prevention of Violence Against Healthcare Professionals and Clinical Establishments Bill was first presented in the winter session of the Parliament in 2022 and was scrapped off by acknowledging the presence of the Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Act, 2020 which in reality does not suffice.
The Central Protection Act that is being demanded shall state that :
* Any act of violence or targeted violence (caste, gender, religion, etc.) against healthcare professionals or clinical establishments is prohibited.
* Those who commit, abet, or incite violence will face 6 months to 5 years imprisonment and fines ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹5 lakhs.
* Grievous harm to healthcare professionals will result in 3 to 10 years imprisonment and fines from ₹2 lakhs to ₹10 lakhs.
* A District Committee will be established to handle victims’ grievances, meeting monthly and providing relief within two sittings.
Seeing the situation right now, this bill is the need of the hour along with special focus on the safety of women and children in all sectors of society.
I have tagged the ministries which I think can make a difference, let’s hope for a better and safer future for all.
@fayedsouza
[Medical, Doctor, Safety, Law]
#CentralPreventionAct #Medical #Healthcare #womensafety | Posted on 20/Aug/2024 22:26:55
