The father of a postgraduate trainee doctor, who was allegedly raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the West Bengal government’s handling of the case. He criticized the hurried cremation of his daughter’s body and alleged widespread involvement of the hospital’s staff in the incident. The victim’s mother also shared her concerns about the investigation and expressed her frustration with the lack of transparency.
Supporters of Kolkata’s major football clubs, East Bengal and Mohun Bagan, along with Mohammedan SC fans, gathered near the Salt Lake Stadium to protest the alleged rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The planned Durand Cup match between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan was cancelled due to concerns over law and order, leading to further frustration among the protesters. The protests turned violent as police attempted to disperse the crowd, with some protesters being detained. The incident highlights the growing unrest and security concerns in the city following the tragic incident at RG Kar Hospital.
Doctors in Kolkata are protesting after a post-graduate trainee doctor was found dead at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, demanding the ouster of top officials and a thorough investigation into the rape-murder. They also called for increased workplace security measures.
The Calcutta High Court has severely criticized the West Bengal government for its failure to prevent mob violence at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The court expressed disbelief at the lack of police intelligence regarding the gathering of 7,000 people and ordered authorities to submit detailed reports on the incident. The violence followed the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor, which sparked protests by junior doctors.
A peaceful protest in Kolkata against the murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Hospital turned violent after unknown individuals stormed the hospital, vandalized property, and pelted stones at police officers. The mob, estimated to be between 500 and 1000 people, destroyed critical facilities including the Emergency Department, Trauma and Gynecology buildings, and even damaged CCTV cameras.
Protests by junior doctors continue in Kolkata following the rape and murder of a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. A ‘civic volunteer’ has been arrested in connection with the crime, but allegations of a cover-up persist. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for justice.
