Haryana govt doctors are quitting in big numbers. Patients are left in the lurch

Haryana’s government hospitals are facing a growing shortage of doctors as medical officers resign, retire early or move to private practice. The state had 3,602 doctors against 4,054 sanctioned Medical Officer posts in January 2026. But officials say the actual requirement is much higher, with hundreds of doctors away on postgraduate courses or deputation. In districts such as Sirsa, Jind, Kaithal, Bhiwani and Charkhi Dadri. Doctors and health officials point to heavy workloads, limited promotions, paperwork and better opportunities in the private sector. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://tinyurl.com/4ymm9wh5 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://tinyurl.com/4ymm9wh5 » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook:   / theprintindia   » Tweet us on Twitter:   / theprintindia   » Follow us on Instagram:   / theprintindia   » Find us on LinkedIn :   / theprint   » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8