Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (PIMA) has expressed deep concern and sorrow over the mysterious death of third-year medical student Fehmida Laghari at a private medical college in Mirpurkhas, calling for an immediate, fair, and transparent investigation into the incident.
PIMA Women’s Branch Central President Dr Zakia Aurangzeb stated that ensuring a safe, secure, and harassment-free environment in educational institutions and workplaces is essential to protect student confidence and well-being. She said such incidents raise serious concerns regarding student safety and can adversely affect women’s participation in medical education and professional development.
She further noted that insecurity and unsuitable institutional conditions continue to discourage many female doctors from remaining in the profession. PIMA urged authorities to introduce effective reforms in both educational and healthcare sectors to ensure a protective and supportive environment for female students and medical professionals.
