Legislators in Malappuram, Kerala, have demanded more specialist doctor positions to address a shortage in the district. They argue the current allocation of four out of 202 state-sanctioned posts is discriminatory given Malappuram's large population. The District Medical Officer stated a proposal for 595 new posts is pending, and the District Collector urged follow-up. Concerns were also raised about delays in medicine supply for cancer patients at Tirur District Hospital due to doctor shortages affecting services.