The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to continue its nationwide token strike until 08.00 am tomorrow (13 Mar).
The GMOA launched the strike action at 08.00 am today demanding the arrest of the suspect wanted over the rape of a female doctor at the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital.
The Police arrested the suspect in Galnewa this morning.
Speaking to Newswire, GMOA spokesperson Dr. Chamil Wijesinghe said, however, the medical fraternity has decided to continue the strike action to show solidarity with the affected female doctor.
He further said that the token strike was not limited to the demand to arrest the suspect but to show extreme displeasure and protest over the incident.
Dr. Chamil Wijesinghe said this incident has raised the question of the safety of healthcare workers in Sri Lanka, noting that the GMOA’s strike also highlights the need for a discussion on similar incidents occurring in society.
The GMOA spokesperson added that a strong action plan is required to address and prevent such brutal incidents in Sri Lanka. (Newswire)