Women in Vijayapura protested against the government's PPP model for a medical college, using rangoli art to express their opposition. This protest highlights concerns over privatization in healthcare.

Women in Vijayapura district have taken to the streets to protest against the government's proposal to establish a medical college through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. They created vibrant rangoli designs in public areas, including roads and government offices, to symbolize their resistance. The protest has been ongoing for 60 days, with participants voicing their concerns about the potential privatization of the district hospital and its resources. Leaders from local organizations addressed the crowd, emphasizing the importance of maintaining public healthcare access. The women expressed frustration over the lack of response from local politicians and vowed to continue their struggle for a government medical college. They also gathered signatures for a letter to the Chief Minister, demanding a reversal of the decision to privatize healthcare services. The protest aims to raise awareness about the dangers of privatization and to inspire similar actions in other districts.