Sexual harassment in India's medical education: need for accountability

The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia 2026 Open access

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Authors: Srijani Paul, Nilabho Chakraborty, Ashish Pundhir, Venkatesh Karthikeyan, Vithya Sree M
DOI: 10.1016/j.lansea.2026.100731
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Abstract

Sexual harassment in medical education is a global, structurally embedded problem driven by rigid hierarchical cultures, with trainees disproportionately exposed to higher levels of harassment. Policy recommendations reframe harassment as a public health issue, and call for trauma-informed supports, anti-retaliation protections, and psychologically safe training environments.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies Workplace Violence and Bullying Diversity and Career in Medicine

Publication details

Journal / source
The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia
Volume
46
Pages
100731–100731
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN