K'taka Medical Council warns doctors against taking part in issues pertaining to communal disharmony
Bengaluru: Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) has reportedly warned all the medical practitioners in the state to refrain from indulging in any issues pertaining to communal disharmony.
In a circular issued on April 26, by the Registrar of the Council, medical practitioners in the state will be dealt “in accordance with law” if it notices them to be taking part in issues pertaining to communal disharmony.
The circular added that participation of the doctors in such issues amounts to professional misconduct as they are supposed to treat the patients irrespective of their caste and religion.
“It is brought to the notice of Karnataka Medical Council that the doctors are actively participating in the spreading of communal disharmony through Social media.
“It is accentuated that the doctors are supposed to work in such a way that there should not be even a petite scope for violation of either medical ethics or professional misconduct.” the circular stated.
“Hence, all the medical practitioners working in the State of Karnataka are hereby informed that they shall not be the part of any issues pertaining to communal disharmony and in case it is brought to the notice of KMC regarding the violation of the medical ethics or professional misconduct in this regard, such medical practitioners will be dealt in accordance with law.” it added.
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Arrive 3 hours early: Airlines urge passengers as centre tightens airport security after Pak attack
New Delhi: Airlines have asked passengers to reach airports at least three hours before departure after the Centre increased security measures in response to Pakistan’s ongoing attack, reported India Today.
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now face a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) before boarding. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has directed all airports and airlines to step up security.
Air India said, “Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure. Check-in closes 75 minutes before departure.” Akasa Air and IndiGo issued similar advisories, asking passengers to allow more time for security checks.
All passengers must carry valid photo ID and will undergo secondary checks before boarding. Visitor entry to terminals has been banned, and Air Marshals will be deployed as required.
The moves come as India’s defence systems shot down Pakistani missiles and drones in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. At least 21 airports are shut till May 10, and several flights are cancelled. Civilian aircraft are avoiding airspace over Pakistan and India’s western corridor, data from Flightradar24 shows.
