After completing his MBBS from Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, Dr. Anupam Sharma joined as a General Duty Officer (GDO) in the Health Department of Himachal Pradesh. He served at various health centers before being selected for a post-graduate course in general surgery at the same college. After completing his postgraduate studies, Dr. Sharma was appointed as a Senior Resident in the Department of General Surgery at Dr. Y.S. Parmar Government Medical College in Nahan.

Dr. Sharma’s aspirations to further his expertise led him to appear for the NEET Super Specialty Examination (M.CH & DNB SS)-2023, which he cleared successfully. To pursue this higher specialization, he required a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Extra-Ordinary Leave from his current position, as per the protocols set by the Health Department. However, Dr. Sharma faced a roadblock despite applying for the NOC and the leave. The Health Department did not address his request, leading to a significant professional setback. This non-action by the authorities prompted Dr. Sharma to approach the Himachal Pradesh High Court to seek legal redress.

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