April 22, 2025 | Dehradun
In a significant development for the healthcare sector in Uttarakhand, the Provincial Medical Health Services (PMHS) has decided to put its protest activities on hold for one month following a constructive meeting with Health Secretary Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar. The meeting, held at the Secretariat’s Health Department, focused on addressing key concerns raised by government doctors.
Senior PMHS members including Dr. Manoj Verma, Dr. Ramesh Kunwar, Dr. Tuhin Kumar, Dr. Ajit Mohan Johri, and Dr. Manish Kumar participated in the discussion, along with officials and staff from the Health Department.
The core agenda of the meeting was to deliberate on three long-standing demands of the doctors. Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar assured the delegation that concrete steps have already been initiated to resolve two of the demands within the next month. He emphasized that the government is fully committed to working with seriousness and sensitivity on these matters.
The third demand, while acknowledged, may take more time to implement due to its complexity. However, the Health Secretary was transparent about the challenges and affirmed that efforts are ongoing to address it in a positive manner.
Following the meeting, Dr. Manoj Verma expressed satisfaction over the discussion, stating that the Secretary’s approach was both cooperative and solution-oriented. He appreciated the government’s intent to maintain a balance between administrative priorities and doctors’ welfare.
Dr. Ramesh Kunwar added that, based on the assurance given, PMHS has decided to suspend its protest activities, including the symbolic black ribbon campaign, for one month. The organization remains hopeful that all pending issues will be resolved within the assured timeframe.
The PMHS welcomed the government’s responsive attitude and expressed optimism about continuing a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding between the health department and medical professionals.
This development marks a positive turn in the dialogue between the state government and healthcare providers, signaling hope for sustained reforms and improved working conditions in the public health sector.
