Shimla, April 30 -- A joint protest was held on Thursday in Shimla by the All India Democratic Women's Association and the Shimla Nagarik Sabha against the alleged increase in patient charges in government hospitals and the proposed shifting of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department from Kamla Nehru Hospital to Indira Gandhi Medical College.

The protest march was taken out outside IGMC, drawing participation from doctors, paramedics, women's groups, political organisations, and residents.

Speaking to ANI, Falma Chauhan, President of the Himachal Pradesh unit of the All India Democratic Women's Association, warned the state government of intensified agitation if the decisions are not rolled back.

"We will continue protests across the...