Gangtok, June 17 -- An alleged assault incident at Rinchenpong Primary Health Centre in West Sikkim has sparked concern after the family of a female staff member accused the Doctor In-Charge of physically attacking her.

According to Jamuna Gurung, mother of the alleged victim, Dr. Priya Dolma Tamang, the Doctor In-Charge of Rinchenpong PHC, allegedly assaulted her daughter, who is employed at the same health facility. The family claimed that the incident left the woman traumatised, following which she was admitted for medical treatment.

Jamuna Gurung alleged that her daughter had briefly stepped out of the health centre without informing anyone and was allegedly assaulted upon returning to continue her duties.

Meanwhile, a video relate...