Doctor Assault | NDTV Tracks Ramesh Mhatre: Assault Accused 'Disappears' as Doctors Announce Strike

The controversy surrounding the alleged assault on doctors in Maharashtra is far from over. Nearly two weeks after the incident that sparked widespread outrage, Shinde Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre, accused in the assault case, is reportedly out of the public eye after securing bail. Sources suggest he has been advised to stay away from public appearances while the controversy subsides. Meanwhile, the doctors and hospital staff who were allegedly assaulted remain deeply shaken, with some yet to return to work. The incident has triggered widespread concern within the medical fraternity over the safety of healthcare professionals. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has now announced a 24-hour statewide strike, exempting only emergency services, demanding stronger action and greater accountability in the case.