Doctors across India go on indefinite strike over Kolkata murder
Doctors across India launched an indefinite strike following the brutal rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital on Monday. The Federation of Resident Doctors's Association (FORDA) called for the strike after the 32-year-old doctor was found dead while on duty. Doctors in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and several other cities have halted all elective services until a thorough investigation into the case is completed.
Trainee doctor found dead at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital
The 32-year-old victim's semi-naked body was discovered in the seminar hall of the government-run hospital on Thursday night. The initial post-mortem report revealed she had been bleeding from her eyes, nose, and private parts, with injuries to other parts of her body including a broken neck. In response to the incident, Professor (Dr) Sandip Ghosh, principal of RG Kar Medical College & Hospital, resigned from his post on Monday morning.
Police arrest suspect in connection with the case
The police have arrested Sanjay Roy in connection with the rape and murder. Although not officially linked to the hospital, Roy was known to be a frequent visitor. He was charged under sections 64 (rape) and 103 (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and remanded to police custody till August 23 by Sealdah court.
West Bengal CM vows to seek death penalty for accused
Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has vowed to seek the death penalty for Roy. Despite her opposition to central agency investigations into various corruption cases in Bengal, Banerjee stated that her administration would not object to a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation if requested by the students and victim's family.
Police Commissioner assures transparent investigation
Additionally, City Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal visited the medical establishment twice in three days and held meetings with representatives of the protesting junior doctors. He claimed the probe is "transparent" and urged people not to spread rumours. Talking to news agency PTI, Goyal said, "After committing the crime, the accused went back to...where he was staying and slept till late on Friday morning. After waking up, he washed the clothes he was wearing during the crime to destroy evidence."
