In a pioneering move aimed at enhancing the safety of women in healthcare settings, Madhya Pradesh has installed ‘pink alarms‘ at the government-run district hospital and medical college in Datia. This initiative addresses growing concerns about the safety of female staff in public hospitals, a pressing issue that gained heightened attention following the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | ‘Pink Alarm’ Initiative in Madhya Pradesh |
Context | – Initiative to enhance safety of women healthcare workers in Madhya Pradesh. – Prompted by rising violence against women healthcare staff, especially after the tragic incident at RG Kar Medical College. |
Initiative Overview | – Concept initiated by District Collector Sandeep Makin. – First installation of its kind in a government hospital in Madhya Pradesh. |
Significance | – Provides a quick-response safety mechanism for female healthcare workers. – Aims to deter potential threats and enhance safety in medical environments. |
Alarm Functionality | Alarms installed in staff duty rooms across three key areas: Maternity Ward, Trauma Center, and New OPD Block. – When triggered, the alarm activates a siren, alerting hospital security. – Security expected to respond within five minutes of activation. |
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