Movie glorifies violence, generalises graft in medical field: IMA
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has requested that the government review the promotional content of the film 'Suryaa – Ant Se Aarambh Tak' for its depiction of medical corruption and violence. The association argues that such portrayals could incite violence against healthcare workers and erode public trust.
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NEW DELHI: Indian Medical Association has written to I&B ministry to urgently review the promotional content of Sunny Deol-starrer ‘Suryaa – Ant Se Aarambh Tak’, alleging that it generalises corruption in the medical profession and depicts violence against healthcare workers in ways that could erode public trust and put doctors’ safety at risk.In a letter, dated Oct 22, to I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, IMA national president Dr Anilkumar J Nayak sought an impartial review of the promo video for the upcoming film and appropriate corrective measures from its makers. It also called for a ban or other action if justified under applicable law. The letter was also copied to the Union health and home ministries and the chairperson of National Medical Commission.IMA flagged what it described as the risk of portraying corruption and unethical practices as representative of the medical fraternity.
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