- By Aditya Jha
- Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:00 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
- PG doctors demand stipend hike after two years.
- Chhattisgarh stipends significantly lower than other states.
- Doctors warn of state-level protest in 15 days.
State Bureau, Raipur: The postgraduate doctors of the state medical colleges in Chhattisgarh have demanded an increase in their stipends. The doctors have claimed that the stipend has not increased for the past two years, adding that the amount is much lower in comparison to the other states. The medical professionals have raised their 17-point demand, further warning of a state-level protest in case of non-action by the government.
Doctors To Submit Their Demands
The doctors will officially submit their demands to the deans of all medical colleges and are also expected to further raise the issue in front of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, all ministers, local MLAs, and collectors. They are reportedly planning a large-scale demonstration if the demands are not met within 15 days.
As per the current salary structure, PG doctors in Chhattisgarh receive a monthly stipend of Rs 67,500 to Rs 74,600. The amount is lower in comparison to other states, including Delhi (Rs 1,32,336), Bihar (Rs 1,29,962), Uttar Pradesh (Rs 1,06,380), Gujarat (Rs 1,00,800), Haryana (Rs 1,00,980), and Maharashtra (Rs 92,470).
'Stipend Less Than Other States'
The doctors stated that they are being paid a much lower stipend in comparison to the other states despite having similar levels of responsibilities and work pressure. They further stated that adequate financial incentives are not being provided by the government despite long duty hours.
"Resident doctors are the backbone of the hospital system. They not only provide medical services but also work on the front lines during emergencies. Despite this, their remuneration is significantly lower than the national average. The memorandum submission process will begin on Friday. If the demands are not met within 15 days, they will be forced to launch a movement," Dr Resham Ratnakar, State President, JDA, was quoted as saying by Jagran.
Comparison In Pay Structure
State - Current Stipend - Stipend in the year 2014
Chhattisgarh - 67,500 - 45,000
Delhi- 1,32,336 - 76,000
Bihar- 1,29,962 - 45,000
Uttar Pradesh- 1,06,380 - 42,000
Gujarat- 1,00,800 - 50,000
Haryana- 1,00,980 - 53,000
Maharashtra - 92,470 - 50,000
(Source - As per JDA, Stipend in Rupees)