Any violation of hospital protocols won’t be tolerated at any cost, says Dr Balbir Singh
Violence against any medical personnel and damage to hospital property is a non-bailable offence
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, April 12-
In a prompt action, FIR has been registered against both parties involved in a clash that occurred at the Civil Hospital, in Dera Bassi, informed Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh here on Saturday.
Upon learning about the clash, Dr Balbir Singh said that he immediately contacted the concerned DC and SSP of SAS Nagar, directing them to take appropriate action against both parties involved in clash.
He said that all hospitals are considered peace zones and any violation of hospital protocols or damage to public property will be met with strict action, regardless of any political affiliation. Violence against any medical personnel and damage to hospital property is a non-bailable offence, he added.
While urging the people to continue seeking medical treatment at Government Health Facilities, the Health Minister assured them that doctors and staff are dedicated to providing services to people.
