Doctors’ Strike Continues Over Acid Attack Incident

The protest, organized by the Young Doctors Association (YDA), was launched following the shocking attack on the 29-year-old doctor, who sustained serious injuries after allegedly being targeted with acid inside the hospital premises on Saturday.

As a result of the strike, outpatient departments (OPDs) remained closed, causing significant difficulties for patients seeking medical treatment. Elective surgeries and non-emergency healthcare services were also affected, while emergency departments continued to operate.

The protesting doctors strongly condemned the incident and demanded immediate action to improve security for healthcare professionals. They called for the removal of the health secretary, the medical superintendent and the security in-charge of Civil Hospital Quetta, holding them responsible for security lapses.

The YDA also demanded the formation of an independent judicial commission to conduct a transparent investigation into the attack and ensure accountability for those involved.

Doctors urged both the federal and provincial governments to introduce comprehensive measures to guarantee the safety and protection of medical staff working in public healthcare institutions.

The acid attack on Dr Mahnoor Nasir has sparked outrage across the country, with political leaders, civil society representatives and medical professionals condemning the incident and calling for strict punishment of those responsible.

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The attack has intensified concerns regarding workplace safety in public hospitals and renewed calls for stronger security arrangements to protect doctors and healthcare workers from violence while performing their duties.

Medical professionals have warned that unless concrete steps are taken to address security concerns, confidence among healthcare workers will continue to be affected, potentially impacting service delivery in public hospitals.