Today I introduced The Healthcare Personnel and Healthcare Institutions (Prohibition of Violence and Damage to Property) Bill, 2023 in the LokSabha.
On May 10, 2023, Dr Vandana Das, a young doctor driven by a commitment to serve humanity, tragically lost her life at the hands of a patient she was caring for in the emergency room. While recognising that nothing would bring back their only child, I had pledged to her parents that her death would not be in vain. She is not alone: It is currently estimated that 75% of doctors face physical &verbal abuse during their service. No doctor should have to fear for their safety while fulfilling their duty.
As promised, I have thus moved a private member’s bill in Parliament to protect medical personnel. It makes acts of violence against healthcare personnel, including paramedical students &workers, administrative staff & ASHA workers, a cognisable and non-bailable offence. It requires speedy investigation and sentencing within a specified time frame & the establishment of designated special courts in every district.
If passed, my Bill should be known as the Vandana Das Act, in honour of the brave young medical martyr. @mansukhmandviya
@rpfcr in Kamrup express last day the RPF suggested we don't sleep as there is increased incidence of "chori" and they will be not responsible if that happens . #shame@RailMinIndia
Pathetic to experience Kamrup express last day as the CRPF suggested the passengers not to sleep because increased incidence of stealing , and said they are not responsible if that happens #shame@RailMinIndia
I'm Kamrup express last day the CRPF went to all the compartments and said if there is any stealing they are not responsible and suggested we don't sleep in the train @PiyushGoyalOffc@indianrailway__