Doctor Assaults Patient At Govt Hospital In Shimla, Health Minister Vows Strict Action

A doctor allegedly assaulted a patient at the Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) in Shimla on Monday (December 22, 2025), triggering protests after a video of the incident surfaced on social media.

Rahul Rao, Medical Superintendent of the hospital, said action against the accused doctor has been initiated and a report has been sought. Further action will be taken after the report is received, he said.

Mr. Rao added that the victim has lodged a police complaint and an FIR has been filed against the doctor.