The Delhi Medical Association on Saturday slammed the Arvind Kejriwal government after the Delhi CM warned hospitals of stern action if they refuse Covid-19 patients or indulge in "black-marketing" of beds in view of a surge in novel coronavirus cases.
"The doctors are giving their best and are helping in reducing cases every day. Instead of praising them, the government is filing a case against them," the Delhi Medical Association said in a statement said.
"The doctors are already overstressed at this time of the pandemic and the government is unnecessarily putting pressure on them," it added.
The statement by the medical body came after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, addressing an online media briefing on Saturday, said some hospitals are lying about their availability of beds and warned of "strong action" against the hospitals.
"We will take strong action against such hospitals and they cannot refuse patients. Some time will be needed to break the mafia who are indulging in it. These few hospitals have a political approach but they should not be under the illusion that their political masters can save them," Arvind Kejriwal said.
The medical body also condemned the FIR filed against Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for alleged violation of the novel coronavirus testing guidelines.
Meanwhile, DMA president Dr B B Wadhwa demanded a list of issues that the Delhi government needs to take care of.
To appoint DMA professionals with the Delhi government officials to look after the care facilities.
Provide an adequate number of testing facilities for earlier detection of Covid-19 patients.
Incase of Covid-19 death, a prompt and efficient system to transport and cremate the body as per guidelines.
Nodal officer for every region that will facilitate the overall functioning of COVID care.
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