J&K doctors’ bodies condemn blast near Red Fort, terms medics involvement ‘deeply disturbing’

J&K’s prominent doctors’ bodies on Sunday (November 23, 2025) condemned the blast near Red Fort and pledged to put up a joint fight against “all kinds of violence and extremism”.

“The medical fraternity is deeply disturbed by reports alleging the involvement of individuals from the medical profession in this inhuman act. The Doctors Association of Kashmir (DAK) places full faith in the justice system and urges the authorities to ensure that all those found guilty are held fully accountable under the law,” a DAK spokesman said.

The DAK requested the public to stay calm, alert and together against all kinds of violence and extremism. “Doctors have always worked with humanity, compassion and service above everything, and we will continue to follow these values in every situation. Such acts of violence will not weaken our determination to heal, protect and serve our society and our nation,” the DAK said.

The Society of Consultant Doctors J&K also strongly condemned the bomb blast in Delhi, which left 15 civilians dead. “The alleged involvement of individuals from the medical profession is deeply disturbing and, if proven, represents a grave betrayal of the values and ethics of healing. The Society places full faith in the justice system and demands strict action against those found guilty, in accordance with the law,” the Society said.

The Doctors Association Jammu (DAJ) termed the involvement of doctors in terror as a “complete betrayal of the Hippocratic Oath and an insult to the noble medical profession.”

“The medical field is built on the principles of saving lives and serving humanity. Anyone irrespective of qualification who engages in violence or terror forfeits the right to be called a healer,” it added.

The DAJ demanded a thorough and time-bound investigation. “We trust the judicial system and demand the strictest punishment for those involved, if proven guilty. Such anti-national activities cannot be tolerated under any circumstances,” the Association said.

At least four doctors from Kashmir were allegedly found part of an inter-State terror module earlier this month. One doctor, Dr. Umar Nabi, from Kashmir’s Pulwama, allegedly drove the explosives-laden car to the Red Fort.