Overview

• Dr. Narinder Bhutyal was removed as Medical Superintendent of Government Medical College, Jammu, and reassigned to the Directorate of Health Services.
• The removal followed his issuance of an alert circular directing emergency readiness in response to heightened cross-border tensions and recent civilian casualties in Pahalgam.
• The circular established a 24×7 control room, instructed staff to maintain critical supplies, and restricted unnecessary leave for hospital personnel.
• The Principal of GMC Jammu withdrew the circular shortly after it was issued, prompting swift administrative action by the J&K government.
• Cross-border firing along the Line of Control and the aftermath of terrorist attacks continue to strain healthcare systems in the region.