Two individuals, Suraj Gupta and Amrit Vishwakarma, have been arrested for a racial attack on a woman doctor from Nagaland at AIIMS Gorakhpur. The incident involved stalking, racial slurs, and physical assault as the doctor returned from a mall. The National Federation of Resident Doctors (NAFORD) condemned the situation, highlighting the trauma experienced by the doctor and the stereotypes used against her based on her Northeast origin. The police have registered a case under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The incident has intensified concerns about the safety of Northeast professionals in mainland India.
Outrage After Racial Assault on Nagaland Doctor, Two Taken into Custody
