The Economic Times

Pharmacist claims hospital offered her Rs 14,000 a month, while cleaner there earned Rs 16,000. Viral video sparks heated debate over healthcare salaries

A pharmacist's viral Instagram post has reignited discussions about low entry-level salaries in India's healthcare sector. She claimed she was offered a monthly salary of Rs 12,000 to Rs 14,000 for a pharmacist role, which was lower than the Rs 16,000 reportedly earned by a hospital cleaner. The post quickly gained traction online, with many healthcare professionals sharing similar experiences of low starting pay.