The Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (Central MARD) has condemned the suicide of the 28-year-old doctor who was practising at the Sub-District Hospital in Phaltan, Satara. The doctors’ body alleged that she was driven to take the extreme step after sustaining mental and physical harassment by the two accused named by her
Updated On: 2025-10-27 09:59 PM IST
Compiled by : Divya Nair
In a letter addressed to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Central MARD stated that the doctor had repeatedly complained about harassment by Sub-inspector Gopal Badane and a software engineer, but no action was taken despite clear signs of distress
The association has demanded probe into the case by the crime investigation department (CID) or a special investigation team (SIT)-led judicial inquiry to ensure a fair and transparent investigation
It has also sought a time-bound probe, preservation of all digital and physical evidence, and accountability of administrative officers who allegedly ignored the victim doctor’s complaints
Central MARD has urged the government to ensure implementation of Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) and Internal Complaints Committees (ICC) across all state-run health institutions, and to establish mental health and grievance redressal mechanisms for doctors facing workplace stress