Goa, Jan. 3 -- The Goa government has approved an increase in remuneration for contract doctors as well as members of the Goa Association of Resident Doctors (GARD) serving at the Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMC).

Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced that, along with the revised pay structure, the government has also cleared a 5 per cent annual increment for doctors working under these categories.

The move is aimed at recognising the services of medical professionals and strengthening staffing at the state's premier healthcare institution.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Herald Goa....