The alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has ignited widespread outrage and protests across India. The incident, which occurred on August 9, has led to a wave of demonstrations by doctors and medical communities demanding justice and improved safety measures for healthcare professionals.
The victim’s family has alleged that she was raped and murdered, leading to a national outcry. The protests intensified after an unidentified mob vandalized the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, forcing security personnel to disperse the crowd. In response to the violence, Suhrita Pal, the newly appointed principal of the medical college, addressed the protesting students, urging them to trust her and allow her time to handle the situation. However, the students remain determined to see action taken against the perpetrators and for greater security measures to be implemented.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike by doctors of modern medicine, beginning at 6 am on Saturday, August 17, and ending at 6 am on Sunday, August 18. This strike is a powerful demonstration of the medical community’s collective outrage and their demands for change.
Echoing the sentiments in Kolkata, the Resident Doctors’ Associations (RDAs) in Delhi have organized a joint protest march on August 16. The march will start at 2 PM from Nirman Bhavan in the National Capital, with representatives from AIIMS Delhi, SJH, and MAMC participating.
The tragic death of the trainee doctor has served as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by healthcare professionals, and the widespread protests highlight the urgent need for improved safety measures and accountability in medical institutions across India.
