As per the order, all COVID-19 hospitals of Delhi government have been allowed to "engage fourth and fifth year MBBS students, interns and BDS doctors to assist duty doctors at an honorarium of ₹1,000 (8 hours shift) and ₹2,000 (12 hours shift) per day". In case of interns, the honorarium would be over and above their stipend, it said. Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Wednesday had told reporters that more beds are planned to be added at LNJP Hospital. Central Pool MBBS seats may be allocated for selection and nominations of the candidates from amongst the wards of “Covid Warriors", who have lost life due to COVID 19; or died accidently on account of Covid-19 related duty. Subscribe to Mint Newsletters * Enter a valid email * Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter.

Source: Mint November 19, 2020 09:45 UTC