Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane publicly extended an apology to Dr. Rudresh Kuttikar during a local TV channel interview on Sunday night, expressing regret over his remarks made during a recent visit to Goa Medical College (GMC).
Rane admitted that his emotions got the better of him and clarified that he never intended to disrespect the medical fraternity. “Doctors are the backbone of our healthcare system, and I have the highest regard for their service,” he said.
While reaffirming his concern for patient care and the need for a responsive health system, the minister also voiced alarm over the ongoing disruption of services at GMC. He urged doctors to resume duties in the interest of thousands of patients now affected.
Rane further appealed to all stakeholders to avoid politicising the issue, stating that the focus must return to public health and patient welfare. “Let us rise above misunderstandings and stand united in service of Goa,” he said.
He further said that this issue is now unfortunately being politicised, turning a professional matter into a political confrontation. That is not the path we should follow.
“Let us not allow the sanctity of GMC and its service to the people be diminished by external agendas. Our focus must remain steadfast on healing and helping. I appeal to our doctors to return to duty with the same passion and commitment that defines their profession,:” he added
Rane said that disservice to the people of Goa, in any form, cannot be justified. Let us all rise above this moment, reaffirm our shared commitment to public health, and work together to ensure that no patient suffers due to misunderstandings or misplaced priorities.
