Kolkata cardiologist clarifies over Rs 500 discount to patients with 'Jai Shri Ram' poster

Kolkata cardiologist clarifies over Rs 500 discount to patients with 'Jai Shri Ram' poster

KOLKATA: A Kolkata-based cardiologist, Dr. P.K. Hazra, has sparked discussion after announcing a Rs 500 discount on consultation fees for patients who present a poster carrying the phrase "Jai Shri Ram", a move he says is aimed at contributing to society through his medical practice.

Speaking to IANS, Dr. Hazra, who is also associated as Director of Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospital, clarified that the offer is applicable only at his private clinic in the city’s Ballygunge area and not at any corporate hospital.

Explaining his decision, Dr. Hazra said that he had already been treating several patients free of cost and saw this initiative as an extension of his efforts to help people, while also aligning with his personal ideological beliefs.

"I am inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP. 'Jai Shri Ram' is not a religious slogan. It is a political slogan," the veteran doctor told IANS.