Srinagar: National Conference MLA from Anantnag West, Abdul Majeed Bhat (Larmi), is set to introduce The Government Doctors (Regulation of Private Practice) Bill, 2025 in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislature tomorrow (Tuesday).

The proposed legislation seeks to prohibit private practice by government doctors across the Union Territory, aiming to strengthen the public health system and ensure the full-time availability of medical professionals in government institutions.

According to the draft Bill, no government doctor shall engage, directly or indirectly, in any form of private practice. Violation of the provisions will attract strict disciplinary action, including suspension, termination, or withholding of increments, along with monetary penalties.

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