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A recent development in Nepal has seen medical professionals ending their protest after an agreement was reached between the government and the medical association. The dispute arose from a decision made by the Consumer Court which criticized three hospitals for negligence. As a result, doctors suspended outpatient services and joined the protest.
The government and the medical association have now agreed to amend the Consumer Protection Act of 2075 to address the concerns raised. A tripartite committee will be formed to oversee the amendments, consisting of representatives from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Law. The government has committed to seeking approval from the cabinet within 11 days to proceed with the amendments swiftly.
Ramesh Khatri, representing Kansai Nepal News, expressed his opinion on the issue, acknowledging the importance of the agreement reached between the government and medical professionals. He emphasized the significance of ensuring consumer rights and upholding standards of healthcare in the country.
Following the agreement, services at Om Hospital, Grandi City Clinic, and Himalaya Hospital, where the doctors had been protesting, have resumed. The Ministry of Health, along with the health minister, the law minister, and the industry minister, engaged in discussions to address the grievances raised by the medical association. The Nepal Medical Association had halted all non-emergency services nationwide in response to the ruling by the Consumer Court, which they felt interfered with the jurisdiction of the Nepal Medical Council.
Overall, the resolution of this dispute highlights the importance of effective communication and collaboration between healthcare providers, government bodies, and consumer rights advocates in ensuring quality healthcare services for the people of Nepal.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: July 9, 2025 3:00 am
