SMCH

Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) in Assam has come under criticism for advising its female doctors, students, and staff to avoid going out at night in areas that are deserted, poorly lit, or not crowded. This advisory was issued in response to widespread anger across the country following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The institute's principal, Dr. Bhaskar Gupta, signed the guideline, which suggested that female doctors, students, and employees try to stay away from circumstances where they are by themselves. It was advised that they notify the…