Hyderabad, January 28, 2026: The Telangana Junior Doctors’ Association (JUDA) has expressed serious concern over the continued delay in the release of arrears payable to junior doctors through the release of a press note. The press note was issued under the leadership of Dr. J. Isaac Newton, President of the Telangana Junior Doctors’ Association. JUDA also warned that the prolonged inaction by the state is causing widespread financial distress and academic uncertainty among junior residents.
In a press note issued on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, JUDA stated that arrears for the period January 2025 to June 2025 remain unpaid, even though all necessary files have been submitted and cleared at the departmental level. According to the press note, the matter is currently awaiting for its final approval from the government. This has led to significant financial hardship for junior doctors across the state.
JUDA emphasized that junior doctors serve as the backbone of government healthcare services. According to JUDA, the prolonged delay in releasing their rightful dues has adversely affected doctors’ financial stability, morale, and overall well-being.
The association noted that multiple representations and follow-ups have been made with the authorities since January 2025, but no concrete action has been taken so far. JUDA warned that the continued delay is now leading to serious academic and financial implications.
JUDA highlighted that postgraduate doctors from the 2021 batch, who have completed their MD degrees and are currently serving as Senior Residents, risk losing their legitimate postgraduate arrears.
Similarly, postgraduate doctors from the 2022 batch who have recently entered Senior Residency may also be deprived of their arrears if the delay continues.
The uncertainty further extends to House Surgeons and Super-Specialty postgraduate trainees, whose dues also remain pending.
JUDA appealed to the Honorable Government of Telangana to ensure the immediate release of all pending arrears without any further delay. The association stated that timely disbursement would help alleviate financial distress and serve as rightful recognition of the dedicated services rendered by junior doctors in public healthcare institutions.
JUDA cautioned that if the issue remains unresolved despite repeated appeals, the association would be compelled to take an appropriate course of action in the interest of junior doctors. At the same time, it reiterated its commitment to constructive dialogue and cooperation with the government to strengthen medical education and healthcare delivery in Telangana.
(Rh/VK)
