In response to the National Task Force's (NTF) report, which **opposed the need for a separate Central law for the protection of healthcare workers**, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has expressed dissatisfaction and plans to **raise the issue in the upcoming Supreme Court hearing, expected on December 10**. 

-The NTF, which was formed after the tragic R G Kar rape and murder, stated that most states have already implemented laws addressing violence against healthcare professionals and that major offences are covered by the existing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. 
-However, IMA President criticized the task force for prematurely concluding that no Central law is necessary, questioning the data and reasoning behind their decision. 

*The IMA argues that a unified national law would ensure consistent implementation across states, providing healthcare workers with the confidence that they have legal recourse in case of violence. This challenge by the IMA underscores the ongoing concerns about the safety of healthcare professionals in India.*
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
Source: The Indian Express | [Read full story](https://indianexpress.com/article/india/will-seek-central-act-for-health-workers-in-supreme-court-hearing-ima-chief-9682599/)                          