Doctors clash with West Bengal government over expired saline, sparking protests and suspensions.

In West Bengal, a conflict has erupted between the state government and doctors following the death of a woman and critical illness of three others due to allegedly expired saline at a state hospital. The opposition BJP led protests demanding the resignation and arrest of the health minister and health secretary, and compensation for affected families. The government suspended 12 doctors, leading to legal challenges. The BJP also demands a list of patients affected by the saline. The case is under investigation.

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