India, Dec. 11 -- The government doctors' strike continued for the third day with healthcare facilities partially hit after the Haryana Civil Medical Services Association (HCMSA) called for an indefinite protest on Wednesday.

At least 55 doctors of Civil Hospital in sector 10A remain absent from duties, said district health department officials.

Dr Lokveer Singh,hospital's primary medical officer (PMO) said that many doctors have resumed services, bringing the number of protesters to 55 from 70. "Under the chief medical officer's (CMO) directive, one surgeon and four other doctors, including two physicians, have joined the hospital staff. The X-ray, ultrasound, operation and post-mortem services are running without any disruptions," sai...