Resident doctors stage protest, seek covid allowance, clarity on internship

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December 8, 2020

Bengaluru, Dec 8: Resident doctors held a protest in medical colleges in Bengaluru on Monday seeking fulfilment of their demands including clarity on their internship and payment of COVID-19 allowance.

"We started our internship before COVID-19. It has been over nine months. We don't know when our internships will be over or when we will receive a completion letter or COVID-19 allowance. Final exams are around the corner and we have no assurance about our future," said Dr Dheeraj during the protest.

Karnataka Association of Resident Doctors (KARD) has listed seven main reasons for the symbolic protest and said that resident doctors and medical students have been doing COVID-related work for the last nine months despite facing difficulties.

Resident Doctors Association said that there has been no sign of starting non-COVID services at Victoria Hospital even after multiple requests to authorities.

The association said that the hospital provides services to Bangaluru and its neighbouring districts.

KARD also urged the government to exempt academic fee for 2020-21.

The resident doctors demanded COVID risk allowance for all residents, interns and undergraduates who performed such duties.

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Screen silence: Karnataka’s bold ‘switch-off’ strategy to boost SSLC scores

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February 5,2026

In an era where digital distractions are the primary rival to academic excellence, the Karnataka Education Department is taking the fight directly to the living room. As the SSLC (Class 10) annual examinations loom, officials have launched a localized "digital strike" to ensure students aren't losing their competitive edge to scrolling or soap operas.

The 7-to-9 Lockdown

The department has issued a formal directive urging—and in some cases, enforcing via home visits—a total blackout of mobile phones and television sets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This two-hour window is being designated as "sacred study time" across the state until the examinations conclude on April 2.

Key Pillars of the Initiative:

• Doorstep Advocacy: Teachers are transitioning from classrooms to living rooms, meeting parents to explain the psychological benefits of a distraction-free environment.

• Parental Accountability: The campaign shifts the burden of discipline from the student to the household, asking parents to lead by example and switch off their own devices.

• The Timeline: The focus remains sharp on the upcoming exam block, scheduled from March 18 to April 2.

"The objective is simple: uninterrupted focus. We are reclaiming the evening hours for the students, ensuring their environment is as prepared as their minds," stated a senior department official.

Student vs. Reality

While the student community has largely welcomed the "forced focus"—with many admitting they lack the willpower to ignore notifications—the move has sparked a debate on enforceability. Without a "TV Police," the success of this initiative rests entirely on the shoulders of parents and the persuasive power of visiting educators.

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