Indian court creates taskforce on workplace safety after doctor raped and killed

India’s top court has set up a national taskforce of doctors who will make recommendations on the safety of healthcare workers, days after the rape and killing of a trainee doctor that sparked outrage and nationwide protests (Rafiq Maqbool/AP)

India’s top court has set up a national taskforce of doctors who will make recommendations on the safety of healthcare workers, days after the rape and killing of a trainee doctor that sparked outrage and nationwide protests.

The Supreme Court said the doctors’ panel will frame guidelines for ensuring safety and protection of medical professionals and healthcare workers across the country.