'Female doctors should avoid going out at night': Assam medical college misogynistic advisory sparks row

Guwahati: In response to the rape-murder incident in Kolkata, Assam's Silchar Medical College Hospital (SMCH) has issued an advisory that has sparked row for its allegedly misogynistic undertones. The advisory urges female doctors, staff, and healthcare workers to avoid situations where they are alone and refrain from venturing outside the campus during "odd hours".

The advisory has drawn criticism from students who argue that such directives unfairly target women and place the burden of safety on them rather than addressing broader security concerns. Despite the backlash, SMCH authorities defended the directive, citing it as a necessary measure to enhance the safety and security of female doctors, students, and healthcare workers.

"Female doctors, students, and staff should avoid isolated, poorly lit, and sparsely populated areas," the advisory said.