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The death of the junior doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has led to widespread protests and strikes among doctors across India, severely impacting the country's healthcare system. Medical professionals in government hospitals have walked out in protest, suspending all but emergency services. This strike is causing significant disruptions, especially in the public hospitals that serve a large portion of India’s population. The strike highlights the vulnerability of doctors to violence in the workplace and the lack of adequate protection. As a result, many doctors are refusing to return to work until stronger legal protections are enacted. The protests have also led to the temporary reassignment of hospital officials and have drawn attention to the broader issue of violence against healthcare workers in India. The nationwide strike is putting immense pressure on the healthcare system, especially in major cities like Kolkata, where emergency services are being overwhelmed. Patients are facing delays and disruptions in receiving medical care, exacerbating an already strained public health infrastructure. The situation underscores the critical need for government intervention to address both the safety of medical professionals and the continuity of healthcare services across the country.