This document contains the original judgement from the Kerala High Court in the case of Kerala Private Hospitals Association Vs. Advocate Sabu P. Joseph. The judgement addresses the alarming rise in violence against doctors and healthcare professionals, noting that over 138 attacks were recorded in a 12-month period. It outlines new directions for swift action, including mandatory FIR registration within one hour of a complaint, to ensure the safety and security of medical staff and hospitals.