Dhaka, June 7 -- Intern doctors at Sher-E-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barishal have joined an indefinite strike as part of a nationwide movement demanding a six-point charter.

The work stoppage began on Sunday morning following a call from the Bangladesh Combined Intern Doctors' Unity Council, according to intern physician Tanvir Reza.

Hospital authorities, however, say the "unscheduled" suspension of duties has disrupted healthcare services.

Hospital Director AKM Mashiul Munir said service delivery has been affected due to the sudden stoppage.

"The SMCH has 220 intern doctors. They have suddenly gone on strike, and it is disrupting services. Many surgeries will not be possible [on Sunday]," he said.

He added that efforts are ...