A protest was staged by Dental Surgeons from Jammu & Kashmir at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, voicing strong concerns over the non-advertisement of vacant posts for the past 17 years. The protesting dental surgeons urged the government to address their longstanding demand, highlighting their dedication and professional hard work. “We have come here with hard work, and the Government must address the issue,” said one of the lead protesters, demanding immediate action and transparency from the administration. The protest reflects deep frustration among medical professionals, who claim that the delay has adversely impacted their careers and service delivery to the public. No official government response has been reported yet, while the protesters continue to press for a timely resolution of the matter. The demonstration drew attention from local media and other medical staff present