A doctor in Chennai was critically injured after being stabbed by a patient's relative at Kalaignar Centenary Super Speciality Hospital (KCSSH).
The violent attack, which occurred in the hospital's oncology department, has led to widespread protests from medical professionals demanding better safety measures and urgent staffing solutions in Tamil Nadu's public healthcare system.
Dr. Balaji Jagannath was attacked after a heated argument with the family member of a cancer patient, resulting in critical injuries.
The incident has sparked calls for increased protection for doctors and immediate action to address the growing shortage of medical staff in government hospitals.
Watch as we delve into the details of the attack and the ongoing crisis in India's healthcare system.
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