The state contended the employee was not entitled to relief beyond what was sanctioned under Medical Reimbursement Policy, & that he was attempting to circumvent policy norms.
Agitating doctors believe intention of bringing Bill is not just to provide free healthcare but also to reap political dividends in poll year. Govt firm on its decision to go ahead.
Pvt hospitals boycotting govt schemes in protest against Bill, affecting patients from economically weaker sections, who are forced to pay beyond their means or go without treatment.
In tactical terms, the shirtless protest was worse than a self-goal. Suddenly, the fiascos of the AI Summit were forgotten, and the Youth Congress’s disruption became the issue.
IAF is fine with accepting the aircraft with 'must-haves', even if some other steps remain pending, which may take at least another year, it is learnt.
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