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In a bizarre state of affairs, seven government doctors from MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur have reportedly been absent from duty since 2016, without submitting any formal leave applications or notices.

Despite this prolonged absence, official records still show them as 'working' at the hospital, with salaries still being credited to their accounts. Shockingly, no information is available regarding their current whereabouts or professional activities.

According to hospital sources, authorities have repeatedly attempted to contact the doctors, but to no avail. Medical Superintendent and Dean, Dr. Prof. Suchitra Das...