The horrific murder and sexual assault of a 31-year-old junior doctor in Kolkata last month has provoked intense demonstrations and public indignation. The victim’s parents have claimed that the investigation was improperly conducted and that the authorities attempted to shut the case too soon, accusing the Kolkata Police of trying to suppress the case from the beginning.
The doctor was working the night shift at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9 when the horrifying tragedy happened, and that is where her body was found. The victim’s parents claim that the police first prevented them from accessing their daughter’s body and made them wait at the police station while the body was transported for post-mortem examinations. The parents have joined the protests at the hospital. The police vehemently denied the victim’s father’s accusation that they were trying to hush up the case by offering money.
Protesters in West Bengal have taken to the streets in large numbers, demanding prompt and open action in response to the parents’ complaints. The public and opposition have both harshly criticized the Kolkata Police’s handling of the matter. Sanjoy Roy, the accused, has drawn criticism as it has been alleged that he had unfettered access to several areas of the state-run hospital. There have been claims that he engaged in illicit operations, including setting up medical facilities and other things in exchange for cash.
Slogans questioning the police and emphasizing the need for accountability have characterized the protests. Protesters frequently carry placards with statements that remind police enforcement of their own familial relationships in an effort to highlight empathy and accountability.
The Central Bureau of probe (CBI) was directed to take over the probe by the Calcutta High Court in response to the growing public outcry and criticism. The goal of this action is to guarantee a more exhaustive and objective inquiry. The former head of RG Kar Medical College, Dr. Sandip Ghosh, was arrested by the CBI on Monday in relation to allegations of financial impropriety at the college, marking a significant milestone for the agency.
The West Bengal Assembly has enacted a new anti-rape bill in response. This bill suggests the death penalty for rapists found guilty if their acts cause the victim to pass away or go into a vegetative state. The bill is a reflection of the state’s resolve to confront the serious repercussions of sexual assault and to provide victims with justice.
The state is treating this horrible crime and its effects on the legal system, law enforcement procedures, and the healthcare system very seriously, as seen by the combination of public demonstrations, legal changes, and high-profile investigations.
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NDTV
