Patiala, April 13 -- The Punjab Civil Medical Services Association (PCMSA) has flayed the Punjab government over its recent decision regarding re-employment of retired specialist doctors and retirement age extension from 62 to 65 years for the Punjab Medical Education Services (PMES) cadre.

The PCMSA has urged the Punjab government to reconsider the decision, claiming it would "dent the career progression and promotion opportunities" of the young specialist doctors. "There is no shortage of qualified PCMS specialist doctors who can be promoted to senior positions in government medical colleges across the state. If the extension is necessary, it should be restricted to clinical work. The administrative roles must remain reserved for those...