Outpatient services at some private facilities in the city are expected to be disrupted for 24 hours starting at 6 am on Saturday, though emergency care will remain available, as the Indian Medical Association (IMA) called for a nationwide withdrawal in response to the attack on RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.

The attack took place as doctors were protesting the rape and murder of a trainee doctor on the hospital premises. So far, 19 have been arrested by state police in connection with the incident, though the number of perpetrators is believed to be much more. A representative from Jaslok hospital confirmed that the facility will shut down routine outpatient services in accordance with the IMA’s call but will keep emergency services operational. “Patients who visit the hospital will be referred to emergency services,” the spokesperson said.