Mumbai, Aug. 5 -- The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) on Wednesday extended its support to the decision of the Central MARD (Maharashtra State Association of Resident Doctors) to proceed with a statewide withdrawal of routine medical services from today (August 5).

In a letter addressed to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, FAIMA said the decision came after "repeated representations, discussions and attempts at constructive dialogue with the authorities regarding deeply concerning policy developments".

"Unfortunately, these concerns remained unresolved, leaving the medical fraternity with no alternative but to adopt a peaceful, democratic mode of protest," the letter read.

FAIMA said it strongly endorses...