October 3, 2024: A 55-year-old doctor was shot dead last night at Nima Hospital in Delhi’s Jaitpur area, raising alarms about safety in healthcare facilities. This tragic incident occurs less than two months after the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor in Kolkata, prompting renewed concerns for the security of medical professionals.

According to hospital staff, two teenagers arrived at the facility late at night, with one seeking a change of dressing for an injured toe. After receiving treatment, they asked for a prescription and proceeded to the cabin of Dr. Javed Akhtar, a practitioner of Unani Medicine.

Moments later, nursing staff heard a gunshot and rushed to the doctor’s cabin, where they discovered him bleeding from a head wound. Despite immediate medical assistance, Dr. Akhtar was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

Police have indicated that the suspects are likely between 16 and 17 years old and are treating the case as a targeted killing. Investigators believe the teenagers may have visited the hospital previously to plan the attack. Authorities are currently reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspects.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the medical community, particularly in light of recent violence against healthcare workers. The Kolkata case sparked nationwide protests, with doctors demanding improved safety measures.

As the investigation continues, calls for enhanced security in hospitals grow louder, reflecting the urgent need to protect those who dedicate their lives to healthcare. Further updates from police are expected as they work to apprehend the suspects.